Assistant Manager (Group Homes) - Queens

AHRC NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

403(b) company match

Life insurance

Employee discount

Flexible Spending account

Job summary

AHRC NYC is seeking multiple Residential Assistant Managers for Queens ICF and IRA group homes. You will supervise direct support staff, assist with program planning, and ensure compliance with regulations.

A $45,150–$50,400 salary plus a $750 bonus after driving-class completion and comprehensive benefits are provided. Weekly schedule includes one weekend day, with two consecutive days off, and day/evening shifts without overnights.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff in a residential setting (preferred).
• Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is REQUIRED.
• Knowledge of developmental and intellectual disabilities and OPWDD regulations.
• Willingness to work one weekend day per week.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, and implement program policies and procedures.
• Diplomacy in dealing with staff, residents, families, visitors and authorities.
• HS diploma or GED with 3+ years DSP experience at OPWDD residence.
• Valid NY/Tri-State driver’s license for 1+ year in good standing (required).

Responsibilities

• Ensure ongoing compliance with State and Federal regulations for the residence.
• Supervise direct support staff and document evaluations.
• Provide service coverage per Residence Manager’s scheduling.
• Oversee operations including housing, vehicles, safety, and files.
• Collaborate on individualized resident plans and service delivery.
• Assist medical services with records, appointments, meds, and referrals.
• Ensure residents’ basic needs—food, clothing, hygiene—are met.
• Assist in quality review meetings and program improvements.
• Provide staff training and professional development.

Skills

Staff supervision

ID/DD knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Weekend schedule flexibility

Policy implementation

Education

HS diploma/GED + 3+ years Direct Support Professional experience

Job description

Job Description

AHRC NYC is looking to hire multiple Residential Assistant Managers for their Queens ICF and IRA Group Home residences. The Residential Assistant Manager is responsible for collaborating with the Residence Manager and other management team members in overseeing all aspects of operation for the community residential program to which he/she is assigned.

** _ Compensation package_ : $45,150-$50,400 per year depending on residence placement. **In addition, you will receive a $750 bonus which becomes part of your base salary upon completion and passing of AHRC NYC's Defensive Driving class, if driving is required and overtime is available when warranted. This position also comes with a very generous and comprehensive Benefit package. See additional Benefit information below.

** _ Weekly schedule_ : one weekend day each week is required, with two consecutive days off each week, either Fri/Sat or Sun/Mon. The rest of the weekly schedule is a combination of day and evening shifts, with NO Overnights.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with ensuring ongoing compliance and quality assurance with State and Federal regulations applicable to operation of facility to which he/she is assigned.
• Provides direct supervision and guidance to direct support employees assigned to residence. Confers with Residence Manager in completing mandated written evaluations of staff in residence, as well as participates in overseeing any disciplinary actions needed to address performance problems by staff.
• Provides service coverage in accordance with staff scheduling established by Residence Manager, as well as provides coverage in cases where scheduling may change due to direct staff shortages or emerging needs of residents.
• Assumes responsibility for smooth operations of residence, including adherence to funder’s and agency’s policies and procedures related to house and vehicle maintenance, fire safety, and residents’ and personnel files.
• Collaborates with Residence Manager in planning each resident’s individualized program of services and care, covering both daily and longer-term needs, and ensuring delivery of services and care by direct care staff that addresses each resident’s interests, preferences, strengths and capabilities.
• When assigned to oversee medical services, collaborates with residence clinical staff to monitor direct care activities related to medical services, including ongoing maintenance of electronic and paper medical records, scheduling and attending of medical appointments, proper administration of medications, and request for referrals as needed.
• Ensures each resident’s basic needs are met, including adequate supply of food, clothing, personal hygiene items, and any other personal belongings necessary to meet individual’s needs within the home environment.
• Along with Residence Manager, serves as liaison with Treatment Coordinator in reviewing quality of active treatment services and expected residential habilitation outcomes, including attending team meetings, evaluating accuracy of activity schedules and documented.
• In conjunction with Residence Manager, formulates and recommends new ideas and outcomes directed towards enhancing quality of each resident’s life.
• Attends and successfully completes mandated and skills development training courses, as assigned, as well as provides training to staff at residence, as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff in a residential setting is preferred not required.
• Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities REQUIRED.
• Must be knowledgeable in the field of developmental and intellectual disabilities and have knowledge of OPWDD regulations.
• Must be willing to work one day of each weekend
• Must have ability to assist in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing program policies and procedures in timely and consistent manner.
• Ability to deal diplomatically with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the general public.
• High school diploma or GED, along with 3 or more years Direct Support Professional experience at a OPWDD certified residence.
• A valid New York or Tri-State driver's license for more than one year in good standing is required.

Additional Information

Benefits

• Low cost, quality Medical Insurance! (Single & Family Plans)
• Generous Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Paid Training
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) company match
• Life insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible Spending account

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.