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Wendy's - Flynn Group

Assistant Manager

Avon, IN · On-site

Assistant Manager Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn started its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee's in 1999. Over the next two decades we grew by building new stores and acquiring other ...

Wendy's - Flynn Group

Assistant Manager

Avon, IN · On-site

Assistant Manager Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn started its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee's in 1999. Over the next two decades we grew by building new stores and acquiring other ...

Wendy's - Flynn Group

Assistant Manager

Brownsburg, IN · On-site

Assistant Manager Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn started its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee's in 1999. Over the next two decades we grew by building new stores and acquiring other ...

Wendy's - Flynn Group

Assistant Manager

Brownsburg, IN · On-site

Assistant Manager Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn started its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee's in 1999. Over the next two decades we grew by building new stores and acquiring other ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

South Bend, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

Plymouth, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

Granger, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

South Bend, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

South Bend, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

Mishawaka, IN

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

Elkhart, IN

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

South Bend, IN

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

Jimmy John's

Assistant Manager

South Bend, IN · On-site

$14/hr

Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We're looking for assistant managers to run weekend and night shifts. Responsibilities include: making sandwiches quickly and ...

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Group Home Assistant Manager information

What is a group home assistant manager?

Group Home Assistant Managers are professionals who help oversee the daily operations of group homes, which provide residential care for individuals with disabilities, behavioral challenges, or other special needs. They support the group home manager by supervising staff, assisting with administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and helping to create a safe, supportive environment for residents. Their responsibilities often include scheduling, training staff, managing resident care plans, and responding to emergencies. Group Home Assistant Managers play a key role in maintaining the quality of care and smooth operation of the group home.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a group home assistant manager?

To thrive as a Group Home Assistant Manager, you need experience in direct care, knowledge of state regulations, and typically a high school diploma or relevant certifications such as CPR/First Aid. Familiarity with case management software, incident reporting systems, and medication administration protocols is important. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for supporting both staff and residents. These skills ensure the safe, compliant, and compassionate management of group home environments, promoting resident well-being and smooth daily operations.

What are some common challenges faced by group home assistant managers, and how can they effectively address them?

Group Home Assistant Managers often encounter challenges such as managing diverse staff personalities, ensuring consistent care for residents, and handling unexpected behavioral or medical incidents. To address these, it's important to maintain open communication, provide regular team training, and develop strong problem-solving skills. Building positive relationships with residents and staff, staying organized, and being adaptable can also help create a supportive and effective work environment.

What is the difference between Group Home Assistant Manager vs Direct Support Professional?

AspectGroup Home Assistant ManagerDirect Support Professional
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in CPR, first aid, or behavioral supportHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like CPR and first aid often preferred
Work EnvironmentSupervises staff and residents in group home settings, overseeing daily operationsProvides direct care and support to individuals with disabilities in various settings
Employer & IndustryNonprofit organizations, government agencies, or private facilities in the healthcare and social services industrySimilar employers, focusing on personal care and support services for individuals with disabilities

While both roles work within group homes and support individuals with disabilities, the Group Home Assistant Manager oversees staff and operations, whereas the Direct Support Professional provides direct care and assistance to residents.

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Group Home Assistant Manager jobs?

Cities in Indiana with the most Group Home Assistant Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Group Home Assistant Manager job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution.

Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional

Huntington, IN • On-site

Pathfinder Services
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$20.60/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Pathfinder Services rating

4.7

Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Company: Pathfinder
Job Title: Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP)
Category: Disability Services
Location: Huntington, IN
Job Type: Full-Time
Hours: Mon-Fri 8a-4p (40/hrs.)
Starting Pay: $20.60/hr.
About the Role
As a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) at Pathfinder, you'll help ensure the people we support have individualized plans, meaningful goals, and the support they need to live, learn, and work successfully as active members of their communities. You'll work closely with individuals, families, Direct Support Professionals, Group Home Managers, and other members of the Interdisciplinary Team to make sure services are person-centered, consistent, and focused on what matters most to each person.
As a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) at Pathfinder, You Will:
Person-Centered Planning & Support
  • Coordinate and oversee Individual Support Plans (ISPs) to ensure they are person-centered and reflect each individual's wants, needs, and goals.
  • Use person-centered thinking skills and tools in conversations, team meetings, planning, and daily interactions.
  • Work with individuals and their Interdisciplinary Teams (IDTs) to develop meaningful objectives and behavior plans.
  • Monitor progress toward goals and objectives and make revisions when appropriate.
  • Arrange services and supports identified through the person-centered planning process.
  • Promote informed choice, quality of life, independence, and empowerment.

Behavior Support & Individual Assessments
  • Complete assessments related to individual functioning and behavioral needs.
  • Develop appropriate Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) when needed.
  • Seek Human Rights Committee (HRC) approval for plans requiring review.
  • Monitor implementation of behavior plans and provide direction to staff to support consistent implementation.
  • Provide leadership and training related to crisis prevention, intervention, teaching skills, and person-centered approaches.

Team Leadership & Training
  • Provide leadership, direction, mentoring, and training to Direct Support Professionals and others.
  • Train staff on ISP objectives, behavior plans, personal assistance, residential habilitation, prevention of abuse and neglect, and person-centered planning.
  • Work alongside DSPs in group homes to demonstrate and reinforce person-centered support practices.
  • Collaborate closely with Group Home Managers to ensure information is communicated consistently to house staff and IDT members.
  • Serve as a primary contact for IDT members, including guardians, families, case managers/behavior consultants, job coaches, and other partners.

Communication & Collaboration
  • Participate in person-centered planning and ISP meetings with individuals, families, staff, and community partners.
  • Facilitate, scribe, take notes, and assist with planning during meetings as needed.
  • Maintain regular communication with individuals supported, employees, families, guardians, and other members of the IDT.
  • Build positive, collaborative relationships with coworkers and Pathfinder leadership.
  • Promote open communication so everyone involved in supporting an individual understands their role.

Documentation & Compliance
  • Maintain accurate group home files electronically in Provide and in paper form, as needed.
  • Schedule annual case conferences and quarterly meetings while ensuring individuals have a voice in how and with whom meetings are conducted.
  • Maintain documentation demonstrating that ISPs and BSPs are being followed.
  • Ensure compliance with ISDH regulations, federal and state guidelines, including Title 460 of the Indiana Administrative Code.
  • Participate in Human Rights Committee activities and prepare and present reports for plans requiring HRC approval.

Direct Support & Residential Services
  • Maintain an ongoing, flexible schedule that includes direct support in assigned group homes.
  • Assist with medical appointments and transportation as needed.
  • Work directly alongside DSPs to mentor, demonstrate, and educate staff on person-centered approaches.
  • Help staff properly implement individual goals, objectives, and Behavior Support Plans.
  • For assigned homes, provide approximately five hours of direct care per week in each home when assigned more than two homes, or ten hours per week when assigned two homes or fewer.
  • Coordinate direct care with each home's manager and vary hours to include mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Quality, Resources & Continuous Improvement
  • Promote the efficient use of organizational resources, including human and financial resources.
  • Cooperate with internal and external auditors by providing documentation and timely responses.
  • Assist with developing and implementing corrective action plans related to audit findings.
  • Review processes and procedures and recommend adjustments that improve services and supports.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to strengthen knowledge and skills.

The Impact You'll Make as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP):
  • Help people have greater choice, control, independence, and involvement in their own lives.
  • Ensure support plans reflect the person, not simply the services they receive.
  • Help DSPs and other team members understand how to provide consistent, meaningful, and person-centered support.
  • Strengthen communication between individuals, families, guardians, staff, and community partners.
  • Help ensure services meet regulatory requirements while remaining focused on quality of life.
  • Support people in reaching meaningful goals and participating as active members of their communities.
  • Make a daily difference by helping people live, learn, work, and thrive in the ways that matter most to them.

Pathfinder's mission is to strengthen communities by enabling people with disabilities or economic challenges to achieve autonomy, inclusion, and stability.
Benefits & Pathfinder Perks - We Care About YOU!
Competitive Benefits Package (if applicable):
  • Competitive Pay & Paid Training - Earn while you learn with comprehensive training.
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays - Maintain a healthy work-life balance with PTO and paid holidays.
  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to support your well-being.
  • Employer-Paid Coverage - Enjoy free Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD).
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - Plan for your future with a generous retirement savings plan and employer contributions.
  • Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your future with financial assistance for continued education.
  • Professional Development & Training - Enhance your skills and career through learning opportunities.
  • Person-Centered Thinking Training - Gain valuable insights into individualized care and service.

Pathfinder Perks:
  • Wellness Platform Incentives - Earn rewards for prioritizing your health and well-being.
  • Financial Wellness Platform - Access earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free, confidential support sessions for employees and their immediate household members.
  • Free Pathfinder Kids Clinic - Providing childcare for children in the community with minor illnesses.
  • Exclusive Discounts - Save with special offers, including:
  • Verizon Wireless Discount - Stay connected for less.
  • YMCA Discount - Enjoy reduced membership rates for fitness and wellness.

Pathfinder Values: People First - Integrity - Contribution - Growth - Empowerment
Requirements
Preferred Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required in a developmental human service or therapy field.
  • Minimum of two years of experience in the Human Service field.
  • Proven team management skills.
  • Ability to interpret, or learn to interpret, financials.
  • Goal driven.
  • Positive attitude and team player who welcomes collaborative decision making.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, if needed.
  • Crisis prevention, intervention, and teaching skills.
  • Valid driver's license and current auto insurance required.
  • Ability to speak, hear, and read the English language.
  • The QIDP shall have essential physical skills: be able to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, lift up to 50 pounds, push and pull against potential resistance, and implement non-physical and approved physical interventions and CPR with people supported when needed. They shall have adequate vision, writing, and documentation skills to perform the essential functions of the job.

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