Residential Manager- Salisbury Job New Salisbury Indiana USA,Management

Position: Residential Manager- New Salisbury
Location: New Salisbury

JOB TITLE:

Residential Manager DEPARTMENT:
Residential SGL SUPERVISOR’S

TITLE:

Residential SGL Director POSITIONS SUPERVISED:
Life Skills Instructors JOB STATUS:
Full Time, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE:

This role requires being available to work all shifts with first shift being primary

Summary:

Provide leadership and oversight of a residential group home serving adults with developmental disabilities. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, supportive, and structured home environment that promotes independence, dignity, and personal growth for residents. The Residential Manager supervises staff, ensures compliance with agency and regulatory standards, and supports the development and implementation of individualized service plans.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive residential home environment for all residents
Oversee daily operations of the group home, including schedules, staffing, and household management
Ensure the health, safety, and dignity of all residents at all times
Provide direct support, guidance, and role modeling for residents in daily living skills
Support development and implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans
Document resident progress toward goals and objectives on a regular basis
Supervise, train, and evaluate Life Skills Instructors (SGL)
Recruit, interview, and support hiring of residential staff
Schedule staff work assignments and ensure adequate coverage of shifts
Ensure staff are trained, compliant with policies, and providing quality services
Coordinate household operations including meals, housekeeping, supplies, and maintenance
Oversee transportation needs of residents as required
Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation in compliance with agency standards
Ensure compliance with state regulations, agency policies, and safety requirements
Support community integration and positive community relationships for residents
Assist residents in attending medical, dental, and other appointments as needed
Manage purchasing and expenditures with appropriate approvals and accountability

Participate in corrective action plans and quality improvement processes when required
Attend and participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development activities

Qualifications & Skills:

Strong leadership and supervisory skills
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to coordinate staff, schedules, and service delivery systems
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to build professional relationships with staff, residents, families, and community partners
Ability to encourage, support, and reinforce positive behavior and skill development
Basic computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, documentation systems)
Ability to maintain professionalism in high-responsibility and crisis situations

Physical & Work Requirements:

Ability to lift 50 pounds or more as needed
Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, and assist residents with daily living activities
Ability to remain active and mobile throughout shifts in a residential setting
Ability to assist with household tasks and resident support needs
Ability to respond to emergency or crisis situations as needed
Ability to operate a vehicle for transportation of residents when required
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance required

Certifications & Training Requirements:

CPR and First Aid certification (required and maintained)
CRT (Certified Restraint Training) certification (required and maintained)
Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne Pathogens) certification
Core A & B Medication Administration training
Ongoing participation in required agency and regulatory trainings

Blue River Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Requirements Education/Experience Requirements:

Bachelors degree in education, sociology, or related field preferred.

Management experience and experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered