Residential House Manager - job 1 of 2

To become a Residential House Manager at Dungarvin, you should have a two-year degree in a related social services field and/or two years of experience in the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) field. Supervisory experience is preferred, but what truly matters is your dedication to empowering individuals and your ability to work independently without direct supervision.

As a Residential House Manager at Dungarvin, your primary responsibilities include monitoring and coordinating services for individuals with disabilities, providing daily oversight of staff, ensuring health care and nutritional needs are met, and maintaining a clean and organized living environment. You’ll also handle budgeting and foster positive relationships with team members and emergency personnel.

Working as a Residential House Manager at Dungarvin comes with an attractive benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, and access to various discounts. You’ll also enjoy PAID training, growth opportunities, and an employee referral program.

Dungarvin is committed to employee growth and development. As a Residential House Manager, you'll have access to comprehensive training and orientation programs to help you succeed. We also encourage ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring you have the skills and knowledge to excel in your role.

Success as a Residential House Manager at Dungarvin relies on being responsible, flexible, and possessing strong decision-making and time management skills. Being a good communicator is also essential, as you'll need to coordinate effectively with team members and respond to the individual needs of those you serve.

In answering this question, share specific instances where you've worked with similar individuals, including the challenges faced and how you adapted your approach to meet their needs, demonstrating your compassionate and patient demeanor.

When addressing conflicts, it’s vital to remain calm and objective. Explain your approach of facilitating open communication between the parties involved, encouraging them to express their concerns while seeking mutual resolutions.

Effective communication starts with clarity and consistency. Describe your methods for regular check-ins, team meetings, and feedback sessions that foster a transparent environment while promoting collaboration among team members.

Prioritization is essential. Share your techniques for scheduling daily responsibilities, emphasizing how you identify urgent needs versus routine tasks, ensuring that both individuals' care and staff operations run smoothly.

In your response, outline specific emergency procedures you've implemented in past roles, emphasizing the importance of training staff regularly, conducting drills, and keeping an updated emergency plan accessible.

Highlight a particular program that had a positive impact on residents' quality of life. Illustrate your role in initiating the change, including planning, execution, and feedback from stakeholders.

Discuss your proactive approach to building essential partnerships. Mention your involvement in community events, networking opportunities, and actively seeking resources to enhance the support system for your residents.

Share your philosophical approach to management, focusing on inclusivity and adaptability. Describe how you tailor your style to meet the diverse needs of your team, fostering a positive workplace culture.

Talk about your routine check-ins with residents, utilizing observation, feedback methods, and collaboration with staff to actively assess and respond to the needs and preferences of individuals in your care.

Emphasize the importance of empathy and advocacy. Discuss how prioritizing the voices of individuals with disabilities and ensuring they feel valued and respected is essential to your role and the team's success.