Assistant Residential Manager: Adult Residential Services

Developmental Disabilities Institute; Ridge (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading organization focused on improving the lives of individuals with Autism and developmental disabilities. This role involves supervising staff, ensuring the implementation of behavioral plans, and providing essential support to both staff and individuals served. You will play a crucial part in training new staff and managing crisis situations, making a real difference in the community. With a commitment to mutual respect and equal opportunity, this organization fosters a culture of belonging and support, offering generous paid time off and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about making a positive impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1 year experience working with developmentally disabled adults is required.
• AMAP Certification must be obtained within the first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff activities and implement emergency procedures.
• Train new staff and assist Program Manager with staff issues.
• Evaluate progress and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Emergency Procedures Knowledge

Crisis Management

Behavioral Support Techniques

Staff Training and Supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Who we are:

Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI, is one of the largest providers of care to children and adults with Autism, developmental disabilities and other special needs. DDI has been a part of Long Island for over 50 years serving over 1,500 children and adults with Autism, other developmental disabilities and special needs. DDI provides innovative and expansive services to our population through various educational settings, residential services, day habilitation programs and vocational services.

Salary: $20.40 - $24.48/ hour

What you'll do:

• Responsible for daily supervision of staff activities; evaluation and administration of disciplinary action
• Knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise
• AMAP Certification - Obtain within the first 90 days in position and keep current
• Train and supervise new staff to work with individual(s) served, and ensure active treatment for the shift you supervise
• Assist Program Manager with solving staff issues, disputes, and completing required paperwork
• Instruction and documentation of formal goals and protocols in accordance with the CFA/ISP.
• Implementation of Behavior Plans and all other components of the annual plan.
• Evaluate (monthly) progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments
• Completion of incident reports and (SCIP-R reports)
• Participate in the development and revisions of formal goals, protocols, and Behavior Plans
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings, attend staff meetings and annual recertification trainings

What you offer us:

• High School Diploma, BA/BS preferred
• One (1) year experience working with developmentally disabled adults, required
• Valid NYS driver’s license and approved to drive by DDI’s Transportation Department
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support

What we offer you:

• The ability to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we support
• Generous paid time off
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement and more!

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.