ASSISTANT RESIDENTIAL MANAGER - CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM

Brightway Living & Learning; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Brightway Living & Learning in New York is seeking an Assistant Residential Manager for our Children’s Residential Program. This full-time, hourly role supports individuals with disabilities, supervises staff, coordinates daily living activities, and ensures timely documentation and compliance with plans and procedures.

You will work closely with the Program Manager, participate in team meetings, complete required trainings, and help maintain a safe, supportive home environment while promoting

Qualifications

• One year experience working with developmentally disabled adults.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and approval to drive by Brightway's Transportation Department.
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily staff activities and create comprehensive daily schedules for each shift.
• Train and supervise new staff to work with individuals served and ensure active treatment.
• Assist Program Manager with staff issues, disputes, and required paperwork.
• Document goals, protocols, and progress; implement Behavior Plans and annual plans.
• Attend interdisciplinary meetings and ensure billing/CI responsibilities are met.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments and ensure documentation completes.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Positive Behavioral Support

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

ASSISTANT RESIDENTIAL MANAGER – CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM

Full-Time, Hourly $24.00 - $26.40/hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day:

Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

About Brightway Living & Learning:

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non‑profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65‑year legacy as Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role:

As an Assistant Residential Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with the staff in assisting with daily living activities, fostering their independence, promoting their well‑being, and helping them connect with their communities. You will be essential in providing support for program management and assist in oversight of house operations and employees. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships with Brightway employees and stakeholders, while making a tangible difference in the lives of the people Brightway supports.

What You Bring To Brightway Living & Learning

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

What You'll Do

• Responsible for daily supervision of staff activities and creating a comprehensive daily schedule for each shift. 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/ILife Plan/Staff Action Plan.
• 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. Write Monthly Summaries.
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments. Ensure staffing and completion of medical appointments.
• Ensure completion of documentation, including incident reports, SCIP-R reports, body checks, logs, etc.
• Participate in the development and revisions of formal goals, protocols, and Behavior Plans
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings as requested., Attend staff meetings and annual recertification trainings.
• IRA’s- Ensure billing data entered into electronic health record by the end of each shift.
• Ensure completion of CI responsibilities
• Completion of assigned responsibilities.

What You Must Be Able To Do

• Modify the area to secure the safety of the individuals (move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 pounds)
• Lift, move, and carry 20 pounds.
• Run after an individual, up to 500 feet.
• Run to a program in need, up to 500 feet.
• Kneel, twist, and bend.
• Respond to fire alarms.
• Perform all physical SCIP techniques.

Why You'll Love This Job

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Explore flexible schedules with significant time off opportunities.

Here’s How We Support You

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules to support your life.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Brightway Living & Learning 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. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.