Chrysalis of Reno, Nevada is seeking to hire a full-time Residential Care Manager for In-Home Caregiving. Would you like to support individuals with developmental disabilities to lead self-directed, meaningful lives? Are you considering a human services career where you can really make a difference ? If so, please read on!
This entry-level swing shift or graveyard position starts at a competitive wage of $18-$20.50/hr , depending on experience. In addition, we offer our full-time employees excellent benefits including health insurance as well as flexibility and a rewarding experience . If this sounds like the right entry-level opportunity in human services for you, apply today!
ABOUT CHRYSALIS
As we provide services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we are people caring for and about people--a team of over one thousand employees devoted to serving others. We are transcenders who triumph over the negative and constantly push beyond the limits. We love our work because we make a difference every day. We have a cause. It is noble, and our time and efforts change lives. It is not easy, but it is worth it.
We are always looking for caring people who share our values of safety , respect , mentoring , accountability , and, of course, fun to join our team and get paid to make a difference ! We support our team members and work really hard to recognize their contributions . We also offer a very competitive benefits package to our full-time employees along with special online training to help them understand how to get the most out of it.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The House Manager oversees the day-to-day operation of the residential program by supervising, instructing, modeling, and assisting Residential Support Staff of the particular house. The House Manager is also responsible for maintaining a high level of quality for the program, implementing person-centered plans, ensuring individuals' medical, financial, and recreational needs are met, and ensuring that appropriate staff ratios and staff training are fulfilled. Coordination between the school, various state workers, family, therapist, court, and residential placement are vital for a person to be successful. The House Manager ensures that all Chrysalis positions provide appropriate support for individuals to help them gain greater independence by applying the five Chrysalis Values: Respect, Safety, Fun, Mentoring, and Accountability.
As a Residential Manager, you support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible. Your support is needed in many areas of daily living including:
- Participating in fun activities
- Budgeting
- Meal preparation
- Helping individuals try new things
- Shopping
- Mentoring individuals to learn new skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
18 years of age or older, a high school diploma or GED, and experience in the disability field. Capable of communicating well in both verbal and written form. Demonstrated supervisory skills, ability to prioritize work, and able to complete all assigned program documentation accurately and within the allotted time frames. Good judgment and ability to handle crisis situations. Good public relations skills in working with a variety of outside professionals and state employees. Flexible schedule to accommodate client office needs. Able to effectively manage personnel and program issues. Continually improve the quality and profitability of the program.
DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience and/or equivalent education in working with handicapped individuals.
- Knowledge of person-centered plans and ability to develop and write effective goals.
- Experience in supervising employees.
- Understanding of DSPD policies.
- Good judgment and ability to handle crisis situations.
- Good general writing skills and ability to articulate oneself on a variety of issues.
- Able to understand and manage personnel issues and deal with staff in a positive manner.
- Conduct House meetings and attend Manager meetings.
- Computer skills.
- Good public relations skills in working with a variety of medical, professional, and state employees.
- Flexible schedule to accommodate people's needs.
- Ability to balance financial statements and maintain financial folders.