ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER

Life's WORC; Deer Park (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Affordable health insurance

Generous paid time off

Company-paid dental insurance

Pension plan / 403b with company match

Student loan repayment plan

Vision insurance

Tuition and textbook reimbursement

Staff recognition awards & bonuses

Job summary

A community support organization in Deer Park, NY is seeking a dedicated staff member for a role requiring oversight and support for individuals with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will work 40 hours weekly, from Tuesday to Saturday, and must have relevant experience and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive hourly pay of $23.50 along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year’s experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Six months’ supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing protective oversight to people in the residence.
• Assist with scheduling and training of residential staff.
• Ensure adherence to agency quality standards of operation.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Supervisory experience

Valid NY State Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Medisked

Outlook

Ultipro

Job description

Filomena Residence, 95 Haight St, Deer Park, NY 11729, USA

Shift: 40 hours per week Tuesday–Saturday 12p–8p. Must be flexible as needed. Pay $23.50 per hour plus comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• 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
• Assist with and instruct each person in basic activities of daily living
• Provide training and support for each person in accordance with the 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
• Perform general lifting (e.g., laundry, groceries)
• 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 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 weekly walkthroughs with Residence Manager
• Properly use and maintain household equipment and appliances
• Attend all required meetings and trainings on time and prepared
• Ensure 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 (Medisked, Outlook, Ultipro, etc.)
• Adhere to agency policies (Cash Policy, Medisked Attestation, etc.)
• Assist people supported in planning, coordinating and attending community integration and inclusion activities
• Adhere to agency quality standards of operation
• Adhere to paperwork time frame submissions
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Shift flexibility: 40 hours per week, flexibility required

Employee Benefits

• Paid training
• Affordable health insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy
• 100% company‑paid dental insurance
• Pension plan / 403b with company match
• Student loan repayment plan
• Vision insurance
• Tuition and textbook reimbursement
• Staff recognition awards & bonuses

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.