Assistant Manager

Overview:

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Residential Manager, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for the direct supervision of the Direct Support Professionals and will provide direct oversight of service planning and the provision of clinical and health care services. The Assistant Manager is responsible for the implementation of day-to-day activities and oversight of the assigned residence.

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions

Work in partnership with the people we support to ensure that the rights, health, safety and personal outcomes of the people living in the residence are being supported at all times

Advocate with people we support in a variety of situations

Work with the people we support to teach them new life skills

Assist the people we support to overcome barriers and challenges to establish and maintain a network of relationships and valued social roles

Supervise, train, evaluate, and observe assigned Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

Ensure that all required documentation is completed appropriately and in a timely manner

Prevent, recognize, and report abuse toward the people we support

Provide ongoing protective oversight to individuals living in the residence

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain ongoing communication and always communicate in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support, supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community

Provide emergency coverage and cover DSP responsibilities as needed

Coordinate, support, attend and participate in all required events/ meetings/ reviews/ committees as required

Maintain the confidentiality of any information relating to individuals and employees of the organization

Ensure that the residence, including the external property, is clean, safe and attractive at all times

Complete all required trainings and stay in compliance

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education, Work Experience, and Competencies

18 Years of age or older

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities

Valid NYS Driver’s License and satisfy criteria to be a driver for FREE

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others informed and anticipating needs is essential

Must be efficient, well organized, and have excellent communication skills

Physical Demands

Employee is required to sit, walk and stand for prolonged period of time (at least 8 hours)

Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Employee is required to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, fax and filing cabinets

Employee is required to reach with hands and arms

Employee is required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or stand on a stool as needed

Employee is required to be able occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time

Permanent