Residential Program Manager – Adult Residential Services

Developmental Disabilities Institute•Port Jefferson, NY

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. The Residential Program Manager will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives at our Spring Meadow & Sagamore houses. This role involves working closely with individuals and employees, managing all day-to-day operations of the residence, building meaningful relationships, and making a tangible difference.

Requirements

High School Diploma, BA/BS preferred
Two years experience working with developmentally disabled adults
Valid NYS driver’s license, preferred
Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support
Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of the adults i.e. move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs.
Must be able to lift/move/carry 20 lbs.
Must be able to run after an individual up to 500 feet
Must be able to run to a program in need up to 500 feet
Must be able to kneel, twist and bend
Must be able to respond to fire alarms
Must be able to perform all physical SCIP techniques

Nice To Haves

Positions for non-approved drivers are NOT available in all programs and are based on program needs.

Responsibilities

Handle employment and staffing needs for your residence, including hiring, performance evaluations, and supervision of staff, as well as submission of required payroll data.
Maintain knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise.
Train new staff to work with individual(s) served.
Ensure all staff have current certifications in all areas (TB, AMAP, CPR, etc.) and provide annual recertification trainings.
Maintain staff schedule, run staff meetings, participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings.
Write and implement Annual Program Plan; write formal goals, protocols.
Participate in the writing and implementation of Behavior Plans, and all other components of the Annual Plan (i.e., medical, nutrition, fitness, socialization, etc.).
Evaluate monthly progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained.
Accompany individuals on medical appointments.
Complete Operating Checklist, and all budgetary processes (i.e., petty cash, OTPS, etc.).
Responsible for bookkeeping for individuals: Nami payments, SSI, tax refunds, etc.
Coordinate efforts in all areas: Psychology, Nutrition/Fitness, Nursing, Day Hab and Residential, and Service Coordination.
Complete incident reports and SCIP-R reports as necessary, review for accuracy, and submit monthly.
Interface with parents and facilitate their involvement with their son/daughter’s program plan.
Advocate for individuals served and implement new programming ideas, exploring the individuals’ interests.
24-hour on call for staffing/emergency problems.
Performs all job functions of the community instructor as needed.