Residence Manager: Lead Care & Independence

Adapt-Community-Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

ADAPT Community Network in NYC seeks a Residence Manager to oversee daily operations of a residential program for individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring a safe, supportive, person-centered living environment.

You will supervise residential staff, coordinate care plans with the interdisciplinary team, manage finances and documentation, and ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations and agency standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience, preferably in a residential or developmental disabilities setting.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License in good standing required.
• AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel) certified or eligible for certification.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and support staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with the people we support, families, staff, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate the treatment and service plans for the people we support.
• Ensures the health, safety, and dignity of the people we support are maintained at all times.
• Oversees medical care needs, including medication administration and coordination with clinical staff.
• Supports the people we support in developing daily living skills, promoting independence in household tasks, personal care, and community participation.
• Advocates on behalf of the people we support with programs, employers, healthcare providers, and community organizations to ensure appropriate services and opportunities.
• Coordinates transportation and ensures availability and maintenance of adaptive equipment.
• Supports the hiring, orientation, training, scheduling, and supervises residential staff, ensuring adequate coverage across all shifts, including holidays and emergencies.
• Provides ongoing coaching, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Ensures staff participation in mandatory trainings, team meetings, and in-service development.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

AMAP certified or eligible

Driver's license

Staff coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

ADAPT Community Network in NYC seeks a Residence Manager to oversee daily operations of a residential program for individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring a safe, supportive, person-centered living environment.

You will supervise residential staff, coordinate care plans with the interdisciplinary team, manage finances and documentation, and ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations and agency standards.