Supported Living Manager
Benchmark

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Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you! Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. The St. Louis office is seeking a qualified and caring person to work as a Supported Living Manager (SLM) in our high behavior homes. Successful applicants will attend paid training to obtain required certifications.

Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate and manage the operation of Supported Living homes
• Supervise staff and provide a meaningful day for the clients
• Supervise, train, and provide guidance to the staff in accordance with state and federal regulations, Benchmark Human Services personnel policies, the Supported Living policy, and procedure manual
• Participates as part of an interdisciplinary team in the development of each client's Individual Support Plan (ISP) and Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• Participate in direct service for each client's
• Complete daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly documentation as required by Benchmark and state and federal regulations. Maintain in-home client files according to standards and protocol established
• Responsible for following client's budget and ensuring payment of bills. Assist client in maintaining Medicaid eligibility by scheduling and attending all Medicaid appointments and providing proper documentation
• Communicate professionally with families, Case Manager, Behavioral Consultant, healthcare personnel, schools, landlords, employers, etc.
• Participate in SL Manager's meetings, team meetings and other departmental meetings, ISP, Quarterlies, IEP meetings, and other meetings as assigned
• Implement training programs as specified in each client's ISP
• Comply with behavior support policies and procedures and implements approved behavior support programs
• Participate in the hiring and discipline of assigned staff
• Ensure proper medication/treatment administration and assist in meeting the client's healthcare needs
• Schedule and assist clients in all medical appointments and procedures. Ensure completion of proper follow-up
• Plan and implement community-based, age appropriate, recreational activities for the clients
• Respond appropriately and promptly to on-call situations
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to supervisor or department head
• Maintain employment-required documentation and certification as required to comply with federal, state and program requirements and standards

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Health and dental insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Discount programs
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Various shifts and locations
• Advancement opportunities

General Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Two years experience working with individuals with mental disabilities
• Minimum of 1-year supervisory experience preferred
• Valid CPR and First Aid
• Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates can apply on at www.benchmarkhs.com/Careers or email resume to Lindsey at lmeyer@benchmarkhs.com

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