House Manager
Company: Elk Hill Farm Inc
Location: Sandy Hook
Posted on: October 7, 2024
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Job Description:
Would you like to work for a non-profit organization where your
contributions make a major impact on the lives of the children and
families that we serve? Join a family of experienced mental health
professionals and counselors dedicated to providing kids, and each
other, the kindness, respect, and encouragement they need to
succeed. Elk Hill was honored as a 2024 Top Workplace USA. The Top
Workplace USA winners are chosen based solely on employee feedback.
Winners of the Top Workplaces USA are recognized for the great
culture that exists at every level of the organization. If you
would like to work for a Top Workplace USA organization where the
decisions YOU make can impact youth and families of Central
Virginia, then Elk Hill Farm, Inc. is the place for you We are an
organization that: Is honored as a 2024 Top Workplace USA Is a Top
Workplace Meaningfulness Award recipient Has talented, hardworking
employees Advocates for mental health issues Offers competitive
benefits, pay and pet insurance Has a generous PTO and Holiday
package Offers a 401(k) plan with 5% employer match Tuition
assistance Elk Hill is celebrating 50 years of supporting youth and
families across the Commonwealth of Virginia Stability.
Adaptability. Longevity. PRIMARY FUNCTION To implement and
supervise a structured program of care consistent with the
organizations mission and the Program Directors overall residential
program. RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB EXPECTATIONS General: Maintain a
high standard of childcare during coverage, including appropriate
documentation of each shift. This also includes overseeing the
physical care of youth, their development of acceptable habits and
attitudes, providing behavior support and intervention, and helping
the youth meet their goals and objectives as outlined on their
individual service plan Provide positive role-modeling of Elk Hills
core values, as well as openness, honesty, and cooperation with
others Build and maintain positive, nurturing relationships with
all youth and their families Assist with training of new staff and
document training as required Work cooperatively with staff and
treatment team to improve the quality of programming Maintain a
valid drivers license and good standing with Elk Hills
auto-insurance policies Maintain up-to-date certifications in
CPR/First Aid, and MANDT Demonstrate a high and on-going level of
competence in residential programming as well as motivation and
commitment as an Elk Hill employee Ensure compliance with licensing
standards and Medicaid expectations As scheduled, provide rotating
AOC (administrator on call) support/coverage Cover additional
shifts as needed to ensure appropriate staff coverage Participate
in appropriate and ongoing supervision and staff development
training From time to time, may be asked to work in a group home
other than the regularly assigned group home Perform other duties
as designated by the facilitys Program Director and Residential
Director Facility Management Responsibilities: Maintain adequate
and available supply of basic hygiene products, linens, detergents,
and general household supplies. Identify needs, and with Program
Directors approval and within budgetary guidelines, make purchases
as required Develop, post, and maintain on file daily/weekly
meal-menus in accordance with licensing regulations and FDA
recommendations. Ensure counseling staff adhere to meal schedules
Maintain a supply of groceries that support weekly food menus,
making food purchases with Program Directors approval and within
budgetary guidelines Ensure overall cleanliness and orderliness of
the home in accordance with policy and procedures, program
expectations, and licensing regulations Ensure home is in
compliance with inspected fire extinguishers, posted fire plans,
and emergency escape routes Administrative Responsibilities:
Monitor residential staffs documentation and compliance in
providing psycho-educational programming. Provide the guidance and
modeling needed to support staffs compliance Assist the Program
Director in providing oversight of the facilitys medication
administration programproviding consultation to staff as needed.
Monitor medication administration records (MARS) for compliance and
make routine reports to the Program Director In coordination with
the Case Manager, ensure all prescribed medications are available
for administration, maintain adequate supply of over-the-counter
medications, and appropriately dispose of all expired or
discontinued medications Provide the facilitys Program Director
with routine updates as to each employees compliance with
implementing a structured program of care and psycho-educational
programming. Make additional reports to the Program Director as to
each counseling staffs quality and timeliness of required daily
documentation Document staff and treatment team meetings. Maintain
documentation of youths progress in phase program Provide monthly
supervision to all residential staff as assigned. Collaborate with
Program Director in completion of employees annual performance
evaluation Programming Responsibilities: Implement and oversee the
Program Directors psycho-educational programming Develop daily and
weekly programming schedules consistent with the facilitys overall
structured program of care (documentation of implementing a
structured program of care). Ensure residential counselors
implement approved schedules Lead, implement, and supervise the
Program Directors group home and community-based employment program
for residents, including work-pay, allowance, and restitution
programs. Maintain balance sheets for youths savings, allowances,
and restitutions In compliance with licensing regulations and/or
Medicaid standards, document youths daily progress towards his/her
most updated service plan goals and objectives Implement and
oversee daily log notes, psycho education notes, and TLOAs CORE
COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE: Working knowledge of psychiatric
diagnosis Strong organization and time-management skills
Professional writing skills, required Open to giving and receiving
professional feedback Knowledge of professional boundaries and an
ability to role model appropriate behaviors to youth Ability to
support constructive family contact and involvement in community
activities Ability to work effectively with others, including but
not limited to the treatment team and other internal and external
stakeholders Working knowledge of group dynamics and a basic
understanding of psychiatric diagnosis Ability to provide sound
documentation during routine shift coverage Strong relationship
skills with the youth being served as well as with professional
colleagues Ability to be flexible in hours Sense of humor Must
demonstrate sensitivity to Elk Hills service populations cultural
and socioeconomic characteristics CREDENTIALS AND/OR EDUCATION A
baccalaureate degree in social work or psychology and two years of
professional experience working with children one year of which
must have been in a residential facility for children; OR, A high
school diploma, or a General Education Development Certificate
(G.E.D.), and a minimum of five years professional experience
working with children with at least two years in a residential
facility for children; OR A combination of education and experience
working with children as approved by the department Hold current
certification in or ability to obtain certification in medication
administration Must have up-to-date certification in the facilitys
Behavior Management Program and can apply such skills as needed and
required in the day-to-day interactions with youth Certifications
in CPR/First Aid Maintain a valid drivers license and good driving
record PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability and willingness to physically
perform all functions of the facilitys Behavior Management Program
Good physical health and remain current with annual TB screening
and other certifications Ability to traverse the residential home
as well as the surrounding areas which may include uneven terrain
May occasionally lift 25 lbs TRAVEL Transportation of clients as
needed/required Travel to/from stores to obtain necessary items as
needed/required Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is at the
forefront of what we do at Elk Hill, and we enforce respectful
communication and cooperation between all. Elk Hill does not
discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion,
sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin,
political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status,
disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or
other non-merit factor. It is the policy of Elk Hill to provide
reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or
candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause
an undue hardship for Elk Hill. Contact Human Resources for more
information. Note: This job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties,
responsibilities or actions may change or new ones may be assigned
at any time with or without notice. Elk Hill Farm, Inc. reserves
the right to change or reassign job duties or combine positions at
any time. PI87b6785b9470-31181-35706699
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