Assistant Group Home Manager

Assistant Manager – Residential Services | Full-Time | Ocean County, NJ

Pay: A base of $24.50/hour and Up to $28.50/hour with a shift differential & overtime availability

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm, with flexibility based on program needs. Full-time; 40 hours per week.

Lead With Purpose. Support Your Team. Make an Impact Every Day.

At The Arc of Ocean County, we believe every individual deserves dignity, independence, and a safe, supportive home environment. As an Assistant Manager in our Residential department, you’ll help make that possible by providing leadership, oversight, and hands-on support within our group homes and supervised apartment programs.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring high-quality services, supporting staff, and helping individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities thrive in their daily lives.

This is more than a leadership position, it’s a chance to make a meaningful difference while growing your career with a mission-driven team.

Our Mission

The Mission of The Arc, Ocean County Chapter, Inc. is to advocate, provide opportunities and supports necessary for all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be accepted and valued as citizens of the communities in which they choose to live, learn, work and play.

As an Assistant Manager, you help bring this mission to life.

What You’ll Do

As an Assistant Manager, you will support and assist the Manager with the daily operations of one residential program by:

Leadership & Staff Support

·         Supervise and support residential staff in the Manager’s absence

·         Conduct monthly supervision meetings with part-time staff

·         Assist with performance evaluations and staff coaching

·         Maintain staff schedules and assist with scheduling required trainings

Individual Support & Program Oversight

·         Teach life skills and support personal and social development for residents

·         Encourage recreational, social, and community-based activities

·         Assist in developing, writing, and managing Individual Habilitation Plans (IHPs)

·         Participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings

·         Support behavioral plan implementation and track progress

Safety, Health, and Compliance

·         Maintain a home-like, safe, and secure environment

·         Ensure residents receive necessary medical, dental, pharmaceutical, and behavioral services

·         Maintain accurate electronic documentation, logs, and records

·         Support licensing and regulatory compliance with DDD, DHS, DCF, and other agencies

·         Cooperate fully with all inspections, inquiries, and investigations

Program & Administrative Support

·         Assist with program budgeting and household expenditures

·         Ensure all required reports, forms, and documentation are completed timely

·         Demonstrate professionalism, effective communication, and strong problem-solving skills

·         Perform other duties as assigned to support overall program success

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At the Arc, our leadership roles are supported with exceptional benefits, stability, and opportunities to grow.

Competitive Pay & Stability

• Up to $26.20/hour ( based on shift differential)
• Overtime eligibility
• Bi-weekly pay schedule

Growth and Opportunity

• Advancement path within Residential Services
• Tuition Reimbursement for continued education
• Leadership skill development and ongoing professional training
• Referral Bonus Program for bringing on great talent to our team

Lead With Heart. Grow With Purpose.

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where your guidance, compassion, and commitment make a real impact, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and grow your career with The Arc of Ocean County — where leadership is driven by purpose and every day makes a difference.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a group home setting
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid NJ Driver’s License with no more than five points
• Strong leadership, reliability, and teamwork skills
• Ability to supervise, support, and lead staff
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting/mobility assistance
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and adjust schedule to meet program needs

Benefits

Exceptional Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage with low deductible & $0 copay options
• All Encompassing Prescription Coverage Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with agency matching
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Paid On-the-Job Training
• Supplemental benefit options available