# Group Home Manager - Residential Services > The Arc of Ocean County · Brick Township, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-18 **Salary:** USD 62,000–63,000 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Residential ## Description Lead a Home. Develop a Team. Make a Difference Every Day. The Arc of Ocean County is looking for a **Group Home Manager** to lead a Community Living residence in **Brick, New Jersey**, supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As the person responsible for the day-to-day direction of the home, you'll have a direct influence on the environment individuals live in and the team that supports them. You'll lead and develop staff, coordinate services, oversee operations, and make sure the residence remains a safe, welcoming place where individuals can exercise choice, build independence, and work toward their goals. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys **leading people, solving problems, organizing moving parts, and building a strong team**—while knowing that the work ultimately comes back to the quality of life of the people who call the residence home. ### Position Details **Location:** Brick, New Jersey **Employment Type:** Full-Time **Salary:** **$62,753.60 annually** **Paid On-the-Job Training Provided** What You'll Lead ### Create a Strong Residential Environment - Direct the daily operations of an assigned Community Living residence while maintaining quality, person-centered services. - Establish a home environment that promotes safety, respect, independence, and individual choice. - Monitor program activities and practices to ensure they follow agency policies and regulatory standards. - Identify and address operational issues promptly while maintaining continuity of services. ### Build & Support Your Team - Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate Direct Support Professionals and supervisory employees. - Develop staff schedules that provide appropriate coverage and respond to program needs. - Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and guidance to help employees strengthen their skills. - Foster a team environment built around collaboration, accountability, and quality service. ### Make Individual Goals Part of Everyday Life - Ensure services and supports are provided in accordance with each individual's Individual Habilitation Plan (IHP). - Coordinate healthcare, behavioral services, therapeutic supports, and community-based resources. - Encourage individuals to participate in meaningful employment, education, recreation, and community opportunities. - Maintain effective relationships with families, guardians, support coordinators, and interdisciplinary team members. ### Keep Services Safe & Compliant - Oversee required records, medication systems, communication logs, and program reports. - Maintain the residence's readiness for licensing reviews, inspections, audits, and quality assurance activities. - Ensure program practices meet applicable DDD, DHS, DCF, Medicaid, and other regulatory requirements. - Investigate concerns, follow through with corrective actions, and identify opportunities to strengthen program quality. ### Oversee the Business of the Home - Manage household budgets, purchasing, inventory, and other operating expenses. - Complete administrative reports, payroll approvals, and required records accurately and within established timelines. - Monitor available resources and promote responsible, efficient management of the residence. - Take on additional leadership responsibilities that support the success of Residential Services. The Difference You'll Make A residential manager has the opportunity to influence two things every day: **the experience of the individuals who live in the home and the experience of the staff who support them.** By creating structure, developing employees, addressing challenges, and keeping individual goals at the center of decisions, you'll help create a residence where people can feel at home while working toward greater independence. You'll also have the support of a collaborative leadership team and opportunities to continue developing your career within The Arc of Ocean County. ## Requirements ### Required Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED. - Minimum of **two years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting**. - Valid New Jersey driver's license with **no more than five (5) motor vehicle points**. - Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills. - Ability to effectively supervise employees while maintaining a person-centered approach. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays and participate in an **on-call rotation as required**. - Ability to meet the physical demands associated with residential services. ### Preferred Experience - Previous supervisory or management experience preferred. Support for Your Leadership Journey The Arc of Ocean County provides opportunities and resources to help you grow in residential leadership, including: - Competitive salary - Paid leadership training - Career advancement opportunities - Tuition Reimbursement Program - Employee Referral Bonus Program - Collaborative leadership team - Reliable bi-weekly pay ## Benefits Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Low Deductible Health Plans with $0 Copay Options - Comprehensive Prescription Coverage - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - 401(k) Retirement Plan with Agency Matching - Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay - Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities - Employee Referral Bonus Program - Life Insurance - Disability Insurance Lead a Home Where People Can Thrive If you're ready to take the next step in residential leadership, build a team you can be proud of, and help create a home where individuals are supported in pursuing their goals, **The Arc of Ocean County invites you to bring your leadership to our Residential Services team.** ## Apply [Apply at The Arc of Ocean County](https://apply.workable.com/the-arc-of-ocean-county/j/43DDF1C4F6/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)