Assistant Support Manager

Arc•Saint Louis, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Support Manager is a full-time (40 hours/week) role earning $24.00/hour. This role is vital in empowering people to live their best lives. The Assistant Support Manager will maintain an understanding of individuals' plans and appropriate implementation practices, actively engage individuals in daily living skills, and transport individuals to activities and appointments. This role also involves assisting and mentoring new staff, understanding and implementing standards for Daily Note completion, and collaborating with the nursing team. The Assistant Support Manager will execute all tasks assigned by the Support Manager and act as interim Support Manager in their absence. St. Louis Arc offers a supportive environment that celebrates unique gifts and contributions, with opportunities for growth and benefits such as health insurance, retirement, time off, and Student Loan Repayment Assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma
Two or more years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, education, medical, or human services field
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to collaborate and work as a team
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing
Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use electronic health records systems
Ability to work independently including making critical decisions in emergency situations
Ability to complete CPR/FA, L1MA, and Mandt training —provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Nice To Haves

Some college preferred
Some supervisory experience in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain an understanding of 2-6 individuals’ plans and appropriate implementation practices
Actively engage individual’s growth in daily living skills including, but not limited to, hygiene support, meal preparation, dressing, and maintaining a clean environment
Transport individuals to and from activities and scheduled appointments
Assist and mentor new staff: daily notes, worksite orientation, and supervised medication passes
Understand and implement standards for Daily Note completion and review
Collaborate with the nursing team to follow and implement nursing plans (medications, physical supports, diets, and transportation to doctor’s appointments) and ensure staff have an understanding of expectations
Execute all tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Support Manager
Act as interim Support Manager in the Support Manager’s absence