Group Home Manager
Full-Time | $56,000–$58,000 | Six Weeks PTO/Sick Time + 10 Holidays
About the Role
Community Options Residential Services, Inc. is seeking a Residence Director (Group Home Manager) to oversee a Community Living Arrangement supporting adults with developmental disabilities. This role includes program oversight, staff supervision, and ensuring high-quality, person-centered care.
Salary & Benefits
- $56,000–$58,000 annually
- Six Weeks Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays
- Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, STD/LTD
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Ongoing training and professional development
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily operations of the residential program.
- Lead, train, and supervise Direct Care Staff.
- Coordinate Individual Plans, Behavior Plans, and Health Care Plans.
- Attend medical appointments and ensure follow-up care.
- Oversee medication administration per DDS regulations.
- Maintain documentation, financial records, and household safety.
- Ensure transportation, meal planning, and community integration activities.
- Complete incident reports, fire drills, and OSHA compliance tasks.
- Provide on-call coverage (minimum 5 nights per week).
Qualifications
- BA/BS in Education, Health, Human Services, or related field preferred.
- 3+ years experience with individuals with disabilities.
- 1+ year supervisory experience in residential/human services preferred.
- Valid CT driver’s license and ability to perform a two-person lift.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Schedule
- 40 hours per week, plus on-call responsibilities. (At least 5 night per week)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $56,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Tell us about your experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. What populations have you supported, and what did you learn from those experiences?
- Describe a time when you had to manage a challenging staffing situation. How did you ensure adequate coverage while maintaining employee morale and quality services?
- This role requires supervising staff and holding employees accountable. Tell us about a time you addressed a performance issue with an employee. What was your approach and what was the outcome?
- How do you ensure that Individual Plans, Behavior Support Plans, and healthcare needs are consistently implemented by staff across all shifts?
- Tell us about a time you had to respond to an emergency involving an individual, employee, or program operation. What actions did you take and what was the result?
- Describe your experience working with interdisciplinary teams, including case managers, clinicians, nurses, guardians, and state agencies. How do you maintain effective communication and collaboration?
- What strategies do you use to ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with agency and regulatory requirements?
- Tell us about a time you identified a problem within a residential program and implemented a solution. How did you measure success?
- This position requires balancing resident care, staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and budgetary responsibilities. How do you prioritize competing demands and stay organized?
- What do you believe are the most important qualities of an effective Residence Director, and how have you demonstrated those qualities in your previous roles?
- PrimeCare, Inc. expects leaders to promote a culture of accountability, professionalism, and person-centered supports. Can you provide an example of how you have fostered these values within a team?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
