Assistant Group Home Manager: 3:00pm-11:00pm Shift - Barnegat/Lacey, NJ

Join The Arc of Ocean County as a Residential Assistant Supervisor and guide staff while supporting the daily operation of a community home for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role is ideal for someone seeking greater leadership responsibility while staying connected to the team and individuals they support.

About the role

Working alongside the Residential Program Manager, you’ll help maintain consistent services, coach Direct Support Professionals, address day-to-day challenges, and foster an environment where individuals can develop skills and exercise greater independence. Your leadership will ensure the home runs smoothly while employees receive the guidance they need to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Residential Program Manager with the daily operation of the home.
• Provide shift-level leadership and assume management responsibilities when needed.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, welcoming, and person-centered residential environment.
• Respond to operational concerns and changing priorities while maintaining continuity of services.
• Provide Direct Support Professionals with day-to-day direction, coaching, and encouragement.
• Reinforce agency expectations while building a workplace culture centered on teamwork, accountability, and professional development.
• Assist with employee onboarding, training, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate shift coverage.
• Participate in staff feedback, coaching, and performance improvement activities.
• Encourage individuals to strengthen daily living skills, pursue personal goals, and participate in meaningful community activities.
• Help carry out Individual Habilitation Plans and individualized behavioral support strategies.
• Work with interdisciplinary team members, families, and outside providers to support positive outcomes.
• Promote dignity, personal choice, and independence in all aspects of residential support.
• Review program records and documentation for accuracy and completion.
• Assist with medical appointment coordination, medication systems, and health-related services.
• Help ensure services follow agency policies and applicable DDD, DHS, DCF, and licensing requirements.
• Participate in inspections, audits, quality improvement activities, and corrective action efforts as needed.
• Help manage household purchasing and monitor program-related expenses.
• Complete reports, records, and other administrative assignments within established deadlines.
• Maintain effective communication with program leadership and respond appropriately to operational needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of residential experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license with no more than five (5) motor vehicle points.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise employees while fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and adjust schedules based on operational needs.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements associated with residential support services.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Pay

Starting pay of $25.00 per hour, plus evening and weekend shift differentials and overtime opportunities.

Schedule

Full-time, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM.

Benefits

• Paid bi-weekly.
• Paid leadership training.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Low Deductible Health Plans with $0 Copay Options.
• Prescription Drug Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) with Agency Matching.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Paid Training.
• Supplemental Benefit Options.

Locations: Barnegat, New Jersey and Lacey, New Jersey.