Assistant Manager

The Center for Disability Services; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Early Access to Pay with RAIN

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The Center for Disability Services is seeking an Assistant Manager in the Capital Region (Latham, NY) to support daily operations in a residence and supervise Direct Care Staff under the direction of the Program Manager. The role emphasizes quality care and staff leadership in a dynamic service environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, NYS driver’s license, and at least 1 year of related experience in developmental disabilities, mental illness, TBI, or geriatrics,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License in good standing.
• Minimum 1 year related experience in developmental disabilities, mental illness, TBI or geriatrics.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational needs of a residence including Direct Care Staff and the people we support as directed by the Program Manager.
• Perform direct care to the people of the residence.
• Assist the Program Manager supervise the Direct Care Staff assigned to the residence by ensuring that performance appraisals, adequate staffing ratios, and services are delivered with quality.

Skills

Leadership

Direct care supervision

Physical endurance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree (preferred)

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)