Group Home Administrator

Are you a compassionate leader ready to make a real impact?
JFM is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Program Administrator to join our team of professionals who are passionate about empowering individuals with developmental disabilities. As a Program Administrator, you’ll be at the forefront of creating a safe, respectful, and empowering home environment where every person served can thrive and lead a fulfilling life.

What You’ll Do:

As the Program Administrator, you’ll wear many hats—and every one of them makes a difference.

• Lead with Purpose
  Provide guidance and direction to a team of direct support professionals and coordinate services that support individuals with developmental disabilities, often managing complex emotional, physical, and psychiatric needs.
• Support Daily Living
  Oversee daily living routines—from personal care and nutrition to habilitation training and community involvement—ensuring the people we serve live with dignity, autonomy, and opportunity.
• Promote Health & Safety
  Maintain a safe and healthy home by implementing agency safety protocols, scheduling medical care, managing medication, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
• Manage with Care
  Organize and lead your team with accountability, mutual respect, and professional excellence. This includes scheduling, team development, performance appraisals, training, and compliance monitoring.
• Build Community & Relationships
  Foster respectful and inclusive communication with individuals, families, state agencies, and care providers. Promote a sense of belonging both within the home and the greater community.
• Drive Excellence
  From coordinating habilitation plans and maintaining pristine living environments to managing budgets, payroll, and staff documentation—you’ll ensure quality, consistency, and compassion in everything you do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily operations of residential programs

• Develop and manage individual habilitation plans

• Oversee nutrition, healthcare, behavior supports, and safety plans

• Train and mentor staff to meet compliance and care standards

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and reports

• Represent JFM with professionalism in the home and community

• Ensure homes are clean, well-maintained, and up to code

• Provide on-call support and fill in as needed

What You Bring:

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services (or related field), or 4+ years in the field with supervisory experience

• Skills: Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills

• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with Microsoft Office and digital documentation systems

• Licensing: Valid Maine Driver’s License with clean driving record for at least 3 years

• Extra Credit: Experience working with DHS/BDS and familiarity with state regulations

Why Join JFM?

At JFM, you’re not just filling a role—you’re fulfilling a mission. We value innovation, integrity, and the power of human connection. Here, you’ll find a collaborative team, robust training opportunities, and the chance to truly shape lives for the better.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?
Apply today and help us build a brighter, more inclusive future—one choice at a time.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $47,028.80–$53,268.80 annually, depending on qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related factors. Eligible employees are also offered a comprehensive benefits package.