Assistant Manager - Queens Area - Residential Group Home

QSAC Careers•Floral Park, NY

16d•$41,000 - $45,000

About The Position

“Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!” QSAC is hiring an Assistant Manager for OPWDD-funded Residential Program in the West Region. This essential role is responsible for general operations of QSAC Residences and will maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth and facilitates the development of independence and the personal goals for the people receiving services. A Residential Assistant Manager supports and supervises staff as they work with the people receiving services in the residential setting and in the community. The salary range for this position is $41,000-$45,000 annually.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required
1-2 years’ experience driving large passenger vehicle required
1-2 years’ experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities required
A minimum of 1 year supervisory work experience required
Demonstrates patience and the ability to learn and utilize systematic procedures in order to enhance individual independence and quality of life
Valid driver’s license and good driving record required for site visits
Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items required
Ability to run, when needed

Responsibilities

Residential Operations
Vaccination Required at NYC Locations / Long Island Locations Require Testing
Review residential binders, including general, medical and personal allowances
Conduct periodic fire drills for safety procedures
Complete and submit injury reports for individuals
Maintain individual’s personal allowance accounts
Coordinate and shop for household items and proper groceries for meal distribution
Provides hands-on assistance with Residence and individual care as part of the staff ratio
Create and orchestrate recreational calendars based on individual preferences
Maintain adequate supply of medication, and medication administration records for individuals
Maintain correspondence with Nurse and Medical Coordinators to ensure appropriate medical appointments are made and occur
Staff Supervision & Scheduling
Supervise direct care professionals (DSP) staff
Oversea and report to Director on any employee relations and staff disciplinary concerns
Schedule DSP staff to support residences
Ensure program goals are implemented by Residential staff

Benefits

QSAC Benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.
Competitive salary
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff)
Medical can be as low as $1 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff)
Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually
Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match (for FT staff)
Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA
Opportunities for career advancement