Assistant Residence Manager

ABBOTT HOUSE • City of Yonkers, NY

24d • $19 - $20

About The Position

The Assistant Residence Manager is responsible for assisting the Residence Manager in supervising and coordinating the operations of the Residence.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Two years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals
• Valid driver’s license
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Represent yourself and the Agency in a professional and courteous manner
• Know, understand, and continually practice the Agency’s Standards of Conduct

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the safety and well-being of the individuals being supported is maintained at the highest level possible.
• Assure compliance with the 624 regulations and adhere to Abbott House policy and procedures for incident reporting
• Coordinate medical appointments (post on medical calendar)
• Review and sign off on all medical consults
• Complete bi-weekly medication/medical supply inventory check
• Review all MAR’s to monitor for medication administration compliance, MD orders, monthly blood pressure checks
• Supervise direct support staff as it relates to data collection, active treatment and compliance with Abbott House’s policy and procedures.
• Assume responsibility for the individuals being supported in the absence of The Assistant Residence Manager
• At the Direction of The Assistant Residence Manager, assist with the evaluation of staff performance
• In the absence of The Assistant Residence Manager review timesheets for accuracy, and forward them to the Unit Administrator along with budget tracking sheets and per diem sheets
• Assist in coordinating consumer financial expenses, i.e. clothing allowance, personal allowance, and the household budget
• Assist Residence Manager in conducting staff and resident meetings
• Prepare written reports as requested
• Attend meetings as required
• Work a varied schedule of evening, day and weekend hours
• Assist in the training of Direct Support staff as required by supervisors
• Assist in maintaining a clean physical environment and perform related work as required
• Participate in in-service training modules as scheduled
• Assure community inclusion, recreational activities are scheduled and implemented
• Perform all necessary activities assigned to further the agency’s mission

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED