Job Opportunities

Join The Arc of Atlantic County's team of professionals who help people with developmental disabilities in our community! For more information on any of these positions, please call 609-485-0800.

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The Arc of Atlantic County

6550 Delilah Road, Suite 101, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

Fax resume to (609) 407-6282

or send email to llippert@arcatlantic.org, Attention: Human Resources

Call 609-485-0800 for more information.

Residential Assistant Manager

Primary Function:  Serve as the Residential Assistant Manager and a role model for other staff at the residence.  Insure the overall health and safety of consumers and strive to have consumers understand and exercise their rights to the fullest extent possible.  Providing training to consumers in the development of independent living skills, including, but not limited to, instruction in social skills, meal preparation, money management, sexuality, and hygiene.  Transport consumers as required.  Assure completion of fiscal and other documentation responsibilities as assigned by the residential manager.  Provide day-to-day supervision and training to direct service staff in all areas of program responsibility. 

 Education/Experience:       

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. 

• Some college and supervisory experience preferred but not required.

• Must be able to respectfully communicate well in English, both verbally and in writing with consumers, all levels of staff, family members, professionals and other persons in the community.

• Must be able to use good judgment in dealing with consumer issues/emergencies, as well as staff related issues.  Must work well independently, have excellent initiation and follow through, and maintain a good working relationship with supervisor.

 Other:                

• Valid New Jersey drivers license.

• Successful completion of all pre-service training, at time of hire, or within 3 months of employment.

• CPR and First aid certification.

• Physical and negative Mantoux or chest x-ray every year.                                  

  Pay:   $11.58 per hour (non-exempt, 32-40 hours per week), plus benefits

Residential Assistant:

Salary: $9.25 per hour, $9.75 after 6 month probation, or after set amounts of training and work hours are completed. Full Benefits package. Full-time and part-time available.

Location: Pleasantville, Absecon, Mays Landing or Hammonton.

Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid NJ driver's license and a high school diploma/GED. Experience preferred, but not necessary. We will train.

Description: Provide assistance with daily life skills including cooking, bathing, cleaning, recreational activities and social events in the community.

Residential Substitute:

Salary: $9.25/hr increased incrementally to $9.75/hr when training is complete.

Location: Locations and hours may vary. Employee has control over shifts they accept. 

Requirements:  Valid, non-probationary NJ Driver’s License, at least 18 years of age, High School Diploma or GED. 

Description: Occasional shift substitution for Residential Assistants as needed.  Support adults to master living skills (meal prep, medical appointments, recreation, etc.) and pursue life-enhancing goals. Duties may require lifting of heavy objects or people. 

* The Arc of Atlantic County requires a satisfactory drug and alcohol screening test at the commencement of employment.

Excellent salary and benefits

Paid holidays and vacations

Opportunities for fully paid in and out of state conferences.

Ongoing opportunities for advancement and professional growth.

EOE/m/f/v/d.