Assistant Manager

The Center for Disability Services; City of Cohoes (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The Center for Disability Services is hiring an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations at a Capital Region residence. You will supervise Direct Care Staff, support people we serve, and coordinate with the Program Manager to ensure quality care and appropriate staffing.

This role offers internal growth, a commitment to inclusion, and benefits including medical/dental/vision, retirement plan, and paid time off. Qualified candidates will have a NYS driver's license and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and caregiving skills.
• Experience in developmental disabilities, mental illness, or geriatrics is a plus.
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational needs of a residence under the Program Manager.
• Provide direct care to residents.
• Assist the Program Manager in supervising Direct Care Staff and ensuring staffing ratios and services meet quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Direct Care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree

Job description

Where people get better at life!Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.We are searching for an Assistant Manager to join our agency. Openings are available at multiple locations throughout the Capital RegionIf you are looking for a role that would enhance your leadership skills, this position might be the right one for you. We promote from within whenever possible, so potential career growth is attainable.Responsibilities:Perform daily operational needs of a residence including the Direct Care Staff and the people we support as directed by the Program Manager.Perform direct care to the people of the residenceAssist the Program Manager supervise the Direct Care Staff assigned to the residence by ensuring that performance appraisals, adequate staffing ratios, and services are delivered to the people with quality and excellence.Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent required, associate’s degree preferredMust have a valid NYS Driver’s License in good standingMinimum of one (1) year of related experience, specifically in the field of developmental disabilities, mental illness, traumatic brain injuries or geriatricsMust be at least 18 years oldMust be able to lift a minimum of 50 poundsAt The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.Compensation Range:$19.80 - $20.90Benefits:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings PlanEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Tuition ReimbursementEarly Access to Pay with RAINPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)