Assistant Manager - OPWDD Residential

People's Arc of Suffolk Careers•Westhampton Beach, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Manager, with the support of the House Manager, is responsible for maintaining a home-like environment and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IRA (Intermediate Care Facility), ensuring continuous active treatment for individuals. This role involves staff supervision, financial record-keeping, transportation, reporting, and direct care assistance.

Requirements

1 year experience in Human Services OPWDD field
Valid NYS Drivers License
High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Confers with the House Manager regarding the supervision of the IRA.
Participates in the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of direct care staff.
Maintains accurate accounts of individuals’ account ledgers and personal accounts.
Drives the Agency vehicle for program individual transportation, shopping, or other related IRA business, as required and with specialized training.
Prepares reports and other informational materials as needed and ensures completion of deficiencies.
Assists staff with maladaptive behaviors and emergency care (with specific training).
Ensures that the IRA is maintained in a neat, clean, and organized manner and is attractively decorated.
Ensures that safety standards are adhered to.
Brings to the attention of the nurse, clinical staff, and House Manager and/or Assistant IRA Director any changes in the individuals medical conditions or other pertinent information as needed.
Assists individuals with toileting; may include changing diapers, showering/bathing, and maintaining of personal hygiene; and transferring/lifting.
Completes assessments as required.
Utilizes universal precautions.
Participates in meetings as required.
Maintains an appropriate wardrobe for each individual.
Ensures that individuals are provided with continuous active programming.
Ensures that each individual is provided with privacy during treatment and care of personal needs.
Ensures opportunities for individuals’ choice and self-management to the extent possible.
Ensures that individuals, to the extent possible, are taught to use adaptive equipment.
Ensures that adaptive equipment and equipment on unit is in good repair and utilized as prescribed.
Ensures that activities are age appropriate.