**New Jersey Mentor** **,** **a part of the Sevita family** **,** provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system. Through our personalized programming, we help youth gain stability, comfort and confidence to overcome all challenges and live well. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived. **Program Management Residential Manager- Youth Group Homes** Youth group homes located in Southern, Central and Northern New Jersey 70K Do you enjoy working in human services and want to help improve the lives of individuals in group home settings? As Residential Manager, you will provide leadership, oversight, and supervision to Residential Operations staff while managing the overall program. + Manage programming and ensure that all residential and community operations provide high-quality services to program participants + Recruit, hire, supervise, and develop qualified Residential Supervisors, Team Leaders, and other residential staff, including performance evaluations, scheduling, orientation, and training; resolve employee relations issues as needed; make decisions related to employment + Ensure that all shifts are adequately covered within the homes Participate in the development of home budgets and ensure the fiscal management of the houses + Conduct safety inspections, environmental surveys, and audits; monitor appearance and proper maintenance of facilities consistent with established environmental quality standards + Ensure that medication assistance given to residents is timely and in proper order/dosage, according to pharmacy, nursing, and state regulations and in compliance with guidelines established by treatment team + Participate in admissions team and ensure successful admission of participants into residences, including participation in clinical review and decisions regarding potential admissions + Ensure compliance with all licensing, procedures, and other agency regulations including required + Assist in providing family support to the residential facility + Ensure adherence to program transition guidelines to allow for a smooth transition for program participants between residences or to discharge environment + Participate in executive committee assignments Supervise maintenance of appropriate food and supply inventories + Provide 24-hour call assistance to the apartments as needed + Ensure the general maintenance and up-keep of the company vehicle assigned to the house + Complete monthly required reports and paperwork as needed + Attend weekly staff meetings with interdisciplinary team and bi-weekly management meetings; participate in house meetings as needed and attend yearly mandatory training + May manage residential labor plans **_Qualifications:_** + Bachelor’s degree required + Minimum of one year of experience with at least one year of supervisory experience + Three years of experience with group home operation + Current CPR and First Aid certifications + Licensure as required by state + Current driver's license in good standing, car registration, and auto insurance + Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task + Strong communication skills with ability to build rapport with others + Commitment to the company’s mission and values **_Why Join Us?_** + Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees. + 401(k) with company match + Paid time off and holiday pay + Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers + Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities **We have meaningful work for you – come join our team –** **_Apply Today!_** **Join Our Team** If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, we encourage you to join New Jersey Mentor’s mission of helping everyone live a full and happy life. Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding career well-lived. _As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law._