A House Manager for individuals with developmental disabilities oversees the daily operations of homes. The House Manager ensures that the home is in compliance with state regulations.

Core Responsibilities

Staff Supervision: Training, and managing a team of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). This includes creating weekly work schedules.

Compliance & Documentation: Ensuring the home meets all Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) standards. This involves auditing daily logs, medication administration records (MARs), and incident reports (MUIs/UIs).

Individual Service Plans (ISP): Coordinating and implementing each resident's ISP.

Household Management: Ensure the home is clean, well-maintained, and stocked with groceries and medical supplies.

Medical Coordination: Scheduling and often transporting residents to medical appointments, then relaying follow-up instructions to the Director of Programs.

Requirements & Skills

Education: Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Experience: Typically requires 1–2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities, often with prior supervisory experience.

On-Call Availability: Most roles require being on-call 24/7 for emergencies, staffing shortages, or medical crises.

License: A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (usually fewer than 5 points) is required for transporting clients.