Residential Assistant Manager (Group Homes) - Queens

AHRC New York City Camping; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Medical Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Training

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Program

403(b) company match

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Job summary

AHRC New York City is seeking a Residential Assistant Manager for our Queens group homes. The role involves supervising direct support staff, ensuring compliance with OPWDD regulations, and coordinating with the Residence Manager to provide high-quality services to residents.

This full-time position requires experience with individuals with disabilities, a valid NY driver's license, and willingness to work one weekend day.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Direct Support Professional experience at an OPWDD certified residence.
• Knowledge of OPWDD regulations.
• Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is required.
• Must have a valid New York or Tri-State driver's license for more than one year in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ensuring ongoing compliance and quality assurance with state and federal regulations for the facility.
• Provide direct supervision and guidance to direct support staff.
• Confer with Residence Manager on staff evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Plan and ensure coverage according to staff scheduling and resident needs.
• Collaborate with the Residence Manager on individualized service plans for residents.

Skills

Direct supervision

Staff training

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Residential Assistant Manager (Group Homes) - Queens

Full-time

AHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services. The organization is family governed and envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism while advocating for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

AHRC NYC is looking to hire multiple Residential Assistant Managers for their Queens ICF and IRA Group Home residences. The Residential Assistant Manager is responsible for collaborating with the Residence Manager and other management team members in overseeing all aspects of operation for the community residential program to which they are assigned.

Compensation package: $43,000‑$48,000 per year depending on residence placement. In addition, you will receive a $750 bonus that becomes part of your base salary upon completion and passing of AHRC NYC's Defensive Driving class, if driving is required. Overtime is available when warranted. This position also comes with a comprehensive benefit package that includes Free Medical Insurance!

Weekly schedule: One weekend day each week is required, with two consecutive days off each week, either Fri/Sat or Sun/Mon. The rest of the weekly schedule is a combination of day and evening shifts, with no overnight shifts.

Essential Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Assist with ensuring ongoing compliance and quality assurance with state and federal regulations applicable to the operation of the facility to which you are assigned.
• Provide direct supervision and guidance to direct support employees assigned to the residence. Confer with the Residence Manager in completing mandated written evaluations of staff in residence and participate in overseeing any disciplinary actions needed to address performance problems by staff.
• Provide service coverage in accordance with staff scheduling established by the Residence Manager, and provide coverage in cases where scheduling may change due to direct staff shortages or emerging needs of residents.
• Assume responsibility for smooth operations of the residence, including adherence to funder’s and agency’s policies and procedures related to house and vehicle maintenance, fire safety, and residents’ and personnel files.
• Collaborate with the Residence Manager in planning each resident’s individualized program of services and care, covering both daily and longer‑term needs, and ensuring delivery of services and care by direct care staff that addresses each resident’s interests, preferences, strengths and capabilities.
• When assigned to oversee medical services, collaborate with residence clinical staff to monitor direct care activities related to medical services, including ongoing maintenance of electronic and paper medical records, scheduling and attending medical appointments, proper administration of medications, and request for referrals as needed.
• Ensure each resident’s basic needs are met, including adequate supply of food, clothing, personal hygiene items, and any other personal belongings necessary to meet individual needs within the home environment.
• Along with the Residence Manager, serve as liaison with the Treatment Coordinator in reviewing the quality of active treatment services and expected residential habilitation outcomes, including attending team meetings, evaluating the accuracy of activity schedules and documentation.
• In conjunction with the Residence Manager, formulate and recommend new ideas and outcomes directed towards enhancing the quality of each resident’s life.
• Attend and successfully complete mandated and skills development training courses, as assigned, and provide training to staff at the residence as needed.
• Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is required.
• Must be knowledgeable in the field of developmental and intellectual disabilities and have knowledge of OPWDD regulations.
• Must be willing to work one day of each weekend.
• Must have the ability to assist in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing program policies and procedures in a timely and consistent manner.
• Ability to deal diplomatically with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
• High school diploma or GED, along with 3 or more years of Direct Support Professional experience at an OPWDD certified residence.
• A valid New York or Tri‑State driver's license for more than one year in good standing is required.

Benefits

• Free Medical Insurance (Single & Family Plans)
• Generous Paid Time Off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Paid Training
• Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Program
• 403(b) company match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.