Assistant Residence Manager

Birch Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services is seeking an Assistant Residence Manager in New York to oversee staff and ensure high-quality services for residents with disabilities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and substantial experience in relevant fields, alongside strong communication and documentation skills. This role involves daily staff supervision, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in OPWDD-related fields, with 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and second shifts.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and provide physical care for clients.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in maximizing the functioning of mentally/physically handicapped adults.
• Assigning work to DSPs and overseeing Shift Supervisors.
• Monitoring staff to ensure goals and behavioral support plans are implemented correctly.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Mathematical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

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Essential Functions:

1. Assisting in maximizing the functioning of mentally/physically handicapped adults.
2. Ensuring quality services to all residents.
3. Assigning work to DSPs and overseeing Shift Supervisors.
4. Providing staff supervision and oversight of the residence in the absence of the Residence Manager or in conjunction with them.
5. Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on treatment/behavioral plans and overall care.
6. Monitoring staff to ensure goals and behavioral support plans are implemented correctly.
7. Attending meetings at schools and day treatment programs and communicating professionally with them.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
2. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in OPWDD-related fields, with 2 years in a supervisory role.
3. Competency in documentation, communication, and basic mathematical skills.
4. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and second shifts.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
6. Ability to perform physical tasks and provide physical care for clients.

Work Environment:

Noise levels and hazards are typical of office, health, or industrial environments. Performance is evaluated annually based on competencies and NADSP ethics.

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