House Manager Residential Services - St Dunstans Rd

Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization located in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia, offering a full range of mental health services, developmental disabilities programs and substance abuse treatment to more than 11,000 citizens annually who are uninsured and underinsured.  As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates more than 20 locations in DeKalb County with a diverse workforce of more than 500 direct-care and support staff.
 

Our staff of physicians, nurses, clinicians and support personnel is dedicated to helping our clients and their families recover from these debilitating disabilities and resume productive lives. We strive to provide the highest quality, evidence-based services in the least restrictive settings, and we envision a community in which disabilities no longer limit potential. 

House Manager – St. Dunstans Rd

Be the Heart of the Home

Are you a natural leader with a passion for empowering others and creating safe, supportive environments? Do you want to make a direct impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? If so, we invite you to step into a House Manager role where your leadership, compassion, and dedication make all the difference—every single day.

We’re looking for someone ready to lead with empathy, build strong teams, and ensure the well-being and independence of residents in a Community Residential Alternative (CRA) home.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Create a high-performance team culture built on trust, teamwork, and positive leadership.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).
• Manage day-to-day home operations and provide 24/7 on-call support for urgent needs.
• Recruit, train, and develop new DSPs to meet staffing goals and enhance service delivery.
• Support individuals in daily living activities, social development, and community involvement.
• Maintain compliance with ISPs, BSPs, and healthcare plans, ensuring timely documentation.
• Monitor home safety, manage incidents, and ensure cleanliness and organization.
• Prepare menus and grocery shop with residents while following dietary plans.
• Provide transportation for medical appointments, outings, and activities.
• Be a mentor and advocate, helping individuals expand their networks and personal goals.

What You Bring to the Role:

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
• Strong conflict resolution, time management, and leadership abilities.
• A deep passion for person-centered, trauma-informed care.

Bonus Points (Preferred, Not Required):

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Certified Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs unassisted and assist with mobility as needed.
• Willingness to engage in active duties: bending, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and squatting regularly.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a mission-driven environment where you truly make a difference.
• Be part of a supportive team that values compassion, accountability, and growth.
• Opportunities for ongoing training, development, and career advancement.
• Help create meaningful lives for individuals who count on you every day.

Ready to Lead with Compassion?

If you’re a dependable, motivated individual with a heart for service and the ability to lead by example, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating homes where individuals are supported, respected, and empowered to thrive.  Apply today and help build a better tomorrow—one home at a time.

Thank you so much for your interest in joining our team! Due to the high number of applications we receive, we’ll be reaching out directly to those selected for an interview. We truly appreciate your understanding and wish you the very best in your job search journey.

Claratel is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE).

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Claratel not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.  This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff and termination

Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E-Verify (Company ID: 226305)