Assistant Residence Manager

Devereux•Washington, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of children with developmental disabilities? Do you want to work somewhere where you KNOW you are making a difference every day? If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team! Devereux Connecticut is proud to offer residential, day and transitional programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our services are designed in partnership with the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and emphasize person‑centered planning, stability and community integration. Our goal is to help individuals develop the skills and confidence they need to lead fulfilling and socially-connected lives within their communities.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED required
Have a valid CT Drivers License.
Be flexible, patient, energetic, and creative.
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Have a strong passion for working with and helping children and adults with special needs.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and bend, and move throughout the workday
Ability to lift, push, pull, or assist with up to 70 pounds as needed
Ability to assist with emergency responses, including evacuations or crisis situations.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher degree (BS/BA) preferred.
1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement the daily operation of the assigned residence and function as shift leader in the absence of the RM.
Assist in the planning and carry out of ISP/IPP Plans.
Maintain mandated CT DDS medication certification and will dispense medication as assigned.
Ensures all required documentation is completed, which includes, but is not limited to, daily logs, MyAvatar, staff communication logs, data collection, bed checks.
Responsible for student / resident clothing and property inventories.
Complete client/house money ledgers as spending occurs in conjunction with the RM.
Complete wage spreadsheet and banking as pay checks are received in conjunction with the RM.
Supervise and assist with house meals.

Benefits

Quality Low-Cost Benefits
student loan debt assistance
30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires
24 vacation days (increases with years of service)
8 sick days
Career accelerator program (ASCEND)
403(b) plan with employer match/contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day)
voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.