Assistant Residential Manager

Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service of Southern New Jersey

Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service of Southern New Jersey

Cherry Hill, NJ, USA
Posted on Feb 3, 2026

Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual with a burning desire to make a meaningful impact in your career? If you're ready for an exhilarating opportunity, we have fantastic news to share! A thrilling job opening awaits you within our organization. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join us as a full-time Assistant Residential Manager for the prestigious Weinberg Commons Residential program of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey. Get ready to embark on a truly exciting journey that promises fulfillment and personal growth!

Flexibility to work a Full-Time schedule from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, including a weekend day.

In addition to the rewarding nature of the work, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage, to support your well-being.
  • A 403B retirement plan to help you plan for your future and secure your financial stability.
  • Access to our on-site gym facility
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Training programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Oversees a residential community, where individuals can live a safe and healthy life, with opportunities for meaningful participation in the community.
  • "On-call" 24 hours a day in cooperation with other management staff.- as needed.
  • Monitors all aspects of the individuals’ supported life and wellbeing. This includes but is not limited to cooking, cleaning, transporting, assisting with hygiene and other ADLs, medical appointments, medication administration, community and recreation activities.
  • Assists with the on boarding of Direct Professional Staff and ensures compliance with all State, JFCS and licensing requirements.
  • Timely completes staff evaluations at 90 days and on staff employment anniversary dates.
  • Monitors residential spending to ensure compliance with budget.
  • Performs staff training to comply with DDD licensing requirements and maintains timely compliance of said trainings.
  • Ensures that employees complete required mandatory trainings in the designated timeframe.
  • Monitors and ensures accurate documentation, in accordance with DDD licensing regulations and JFCS requirements.
  • Performs documentation audits on a regular basis.
  • Monitors maintenance of housing kitchen appliances and fire/safety equipment and reports malfunctions to designated personnel.
  • Monitors maintenance of transportation vehicles and reports need for vehicle service to designated personnel.
  • Ensures the accuracy of the disbursement and documentation of individuals’ finances, as needed.
  • Monitors health and medical needs of individuals and audits medication administration.
  • Assists the individuals in developing a support network within the community.
  • Facilitates scheduling of social and recreational activities within the community.
  • As needed, will transport individuals to community activities.
  • Ensures consistent service delivery which connects work, home, and recreational needs.
  • Serves as an active member of each individual’s interdisciplinary team.
  • Submit monthly written reports covering operational status, as well as individual progress and concerns to supervisor.
  • Attend conferences, seminars, and training relevant to the position.
  • Perform any and all duties requested by the supervisor and meets with the supervisor monthly.
  • Completes staffing schedule for the location on a bi-weekly basis.
  • Monitors petty cash spending as well as ensure individual house accounts are maintained by DSP staff
  • Compose disciplinary action notices when needed for staff and review with Human Resources.
  • Completes Unusual Incident Reports and communicates to appropriate personnel.
  • Follow and implement procedures outlined in the JFCS Policy and Procedure Manual
  • Will cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation.
  • Perform any and all duties requested by a supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher; plus at least one-year experience working in residential services.
  • Valid driver’s license plus clean driving record.
  • Shall be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with written and oral language.
  • Must be able to pass fingerprinting, initial and random drug testing, and CARI and Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities. N.J.A.C. 10:44D, and a criminal background clearance.
  • Must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training, including but not limited to specialized trainings, online trainings, CPR and crisis management.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of inclusion, compassion and can problem solve with individuals with disabilities and their families.

EEO Statement:

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person's actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics.

The Federation participates in the E-Verify program.

The Federation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 856-751-9500.