Assistant Residential Manager

The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence • Ogdensburg, NY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Support the goals, objectives, and philosophy of the agency. Will support the Agency’s values by working with measurable signs of PRIDE. This job operates out of the home of the people we support. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as standard household equipment.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Human Services or related field and one (1) year of experience working with the developmentally disabled OR High School Diploma/Equivalency with a minimum of two (2) years of experience working with developmentally disabled.
• Must have prior supervisory experience.
• Must be medication certified or have the ability to be medication certified within ninety (90) days.
• Valid/acceptable NYS driver’s license.
• Ability to be van certified within ninety (90) days.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and direction to Direct Support Professionals and complete duties as assigned by the Residential Manager.
• Assist in training and supervision of Direct Support Professionals to ensure staff are competent to provide habilitative services.
• Provide assistance, training and supervision for the people we support in the area of self-care, domestic skills, socialization and other designated areas.
• Ensure operation of the residence meets agency policy and procedure and all other governing bodies required.
• Assist the Residential Manager with insuring all programmatic issues and documentation has been completed and filed appropriately and expediently.
• Assist in ensuring the implementation and follow through of all ADL, interpersonal skill training and behavior modification programs for the people we support as directed by the Residential Manager.
• Assist in all documentation, fire drills, and matters concerning the people we support’s programs, site physical plant, household supplies, equipment repair, and personal needs.
• Shall participate in and /or conduct staff meetings, training and other discussion regarding the people we support in the absence of the Residential Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree