ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER (Islip Terrace, NY)

This shift is 40 hours per week (Tues - sat Noon - 8pm) Must be able to work flexible schedule as needed .

The pay rate for this position is $23 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package This is a great opportunity to work for an Agency voted as One of the Best Places to Work in NY! We offer free training, very affordable benefits, a great work environment, opportunities for advancement and immediate placement. You must have have a valid NY State driver's license and a HS diploma/GED to be considered for this position. The individuals at this location are very medically frail and need help with their daily living skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent required

One year's experience working with people with developmental disabilities

Six months' supervisory experience preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Valid NY State Driver's License required

Must be able to pass a pre-employment road test and drive an agency vehicle RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide ongoing protective oversight to people living in the residence

24/7 On-Call accessibility

Assist with scheduling, personnel related issues, training of residential staff and other delegated tasks

Provide on-going supervision of residential staff

Provide assistance and instruction for each person in basic activities of daily living

Provide training and support for each person in accordance with person's program plan

Complete staff performance evaluations

Participate as required at all IDT or Life Plan meetings and OPWDD surveys

Be available to all staff for coaching and observation around Person Centered Supports

Participate in the selection and evaluation of staff

Successfully complete the AMAP course and annual recertification

General lifting is required (ie: laundry, groceries etc.)

Drive agency vehicles; demonstrate safe driving practices; participate in agency driver safety course

Ensure cleanliness of vehicles; address any maintenance issues

Responsible for NYS Vehicle Inspection and all routine maintenance of agency vehicles

Conduct road tests with prospective and current employees on agency's vehicle in accordance with Life's WORC road test procedures.

Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment including a weekly walk-throughs with Residence Manager

Properly use and maintain household equipment and appliances

Attend all required meetings and trainings on time and prepared.

Ensure for adherence to agency quality standards of operation; make decisions in conjunction with and in the absence of the Residence Manager that drive operational processes

Become skilled with agency software (ie: Medisked, Outlook, Ultipro etc.)

Responsible for adhering to agency policies (Cash Policy, Medisked Attestation etc.)

Assist people supported in planning, coordinating and attending community integration/inclusion activities within their homes and community

Adhere to agency quality standards of operation

Adhere to paperwork time frame submissions

Perform other duties as assigned

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