Group Home Manager – Autism & Behavioral Support

Called To Care

Avondale, AZFull-time

Behavioral Health Market Context

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Job Description

ting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and must be familiar with the TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication-Handicapped Children) model.

This position requires a professional who is calm under pressure, highly organized, and committed to maintaining a structured, supportive environment for individuals with complex behavioral needs. The Group Home Manager will provide leadership to direct care staff while ensuring the safety, dignity, and well-being of the individuals served.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of the group home and ensure quality care and supervision for residents

Implement and maintain structured programming consistent with the TEACCH Model for individuals with autism

Support residents with behavioral challenges using trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches

Supervise, train, and mentor direct care staff to ensure adherence to agency policies and behavioral support plans

Ensure staff maintain appropriate supervision ratios and provide active engagement with residents

Coordinate with service coordinators, behavioral health professionals, and families as appropriate

Maintain documentation, incident reporting, and compliance with state regulations and agency standards

Respond to crises and behavioral incidents while maintaining a calm and supportive environment

Foster a structured and predictable environment that supports communication, independence, and skill development

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and behavioral support needs required

Knowledge and practical application of the TEACCH model strongly preferred

Previous group home, residential, or behavioral health supervisory experience preferred

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to remain calm, patient, and solution-focused in high-stress situations

Ability to create and maintain structure and consistency for individuals with behavioral needs

Must be dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities

Additional Requirements

Must have Article 9, Prevention & Support, CPR/ First Aid, Fingerprint clearance card and TB Test results.

Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support the home and staff

Ability to respond to urgent situations and provide leadership during behavioral incidents

Background check clearance and ability to meet state regulatory requirements

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:
Has a passion for supporting individuals with autism

Understands the importance of structure, routine, and visual supports

Has the time, patience, and emotional resilience to work in a behavioral environment

Can lead staff while maintaining a calm and professional atmosphere during challenging situations

Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate will have strong experience supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and must be familiar with the TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication-Handicapped Children) model
  • This position requires a professional who is calm under pressure, highly organized, and committed to maintaining a structured, supportive environment for individuals with complex behavioral needs
  • Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and behavioral support needs required
  • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to remain calm, patient, and solution-focused in high-stress situations
  • Ability to create and maintain structure and consistency for individuals with behavioral needs
  • Must be dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities
  • Must have Article 9, Prevention & Support, CPR/ First Aid, Fingerprint clearance card and TB Test results
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support the home and staff
  • Ability to respond to urgent situations and provide leadership during behavioral incidents
  • Background check clearance and ability to meet state regulatory requirements
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Has a passion for supporting individuals with autism
  • Understands the importance of structure, routine, and visual supports
  • Has the time, patience, and emotional resilience to work in a behavioral environment
  • Can lead staff while maintaining a calm and professional atmosphere during challenging situations

Benefits

    Responsibilities

    • Called to Care is seeking a dedicated and experienced Group Home Manager to oversee the daily operations of a residential home serving individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral support needs
    • The Group Home Manager will provide leadership to direct care staff while ensuring the safety, dignity, and well-being of the individuals served
    • Oversee daily operations of the group home and ensure quality care and supervision for residents
    • Implement and maintain structured programming consistent with the TEACCH Model for individuals with autism
    • Support residents with behavioral challenges using trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches
    • Supervise, train, and mentor direct care staff to ensure adherence to agency policies and behavioral support plans
    • Ensure staff maintain appropriate supervision ratios and provide active engagement with residents
    • Coordinate with service coordinators, behavioral health professionals, and families as appropriate
    • Maintain documentation, incident reporting, and compliance with state regulations and agency standards
    • Respond to crises and behavioral incidents while maintaining a calm and supportive environment
    • Foster a structured and predictable environment that supports communication, independence, and skill development


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