Assistant Residence Manager

Birch Family Services; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization providing essential services for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities is seeking an Assistant Residence Manager. The role involves overseeing staff and ensuring high-quality care for residents. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with relevant supervisory experience in health or residential settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an OPWDD-related field.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in residential, health, or treatment settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in oversight of ICF/IRA settings for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Supervise staff and manage quality services for residents.
• Collaborate on treatment plans with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

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Description

Birch Family Services is a leading provider of education, employment, and community support services for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities and their families in New York City. Every year, the organization supports more than 2,000 people across 31 locations in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. From preschool to graduation, employment, housing, and beyond, Birch Family Services provides fully integrated programs and services to support individuals in achieving their goals across their lifetime.

The Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in the oversight of either an ICF and/or IRA setting serving individuals with various levels of developmental disabilities and medical conditions.

Essential Functions:

• Assisting in maximizing the functioning of mentally/physically handicapped adults.
• Ensuring quality services to all residents.
• Assigning work to DSP staff and overseeing Shift Supervisors.
• Providing staff supervision and oversight of the residence in the absence of or along with the Residence Manager.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on treatment/behavioral plans and overall care.
• Performing other tasks as assigned by the Residence Manager.
• Monitoring staff to ensure goals are met according to methods and behavioral support plans.
• Attending meetings at schools and/or day treatment programs as needed.
• Communicating professionally with external programs and agencies.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or a related field, preferred.

Skills and Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an OPWDD-related field, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Experience in residential, health, or treatment settings preferred. Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills are required. Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and evenings, is necessary.

Additional Skills:

• Ability to articulate the organization’s philosophy and goals.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Logical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Physical ability to perform care duties and operate equipment.
• Willingness to work in a physically demanding environment and handle emergency situations.

Work Environment

The noise level is typical of office, educational, and health environments. Hazards are consistent with those environments. Performance is evaluated annually based on competencies and the NADSP code of ethics.