Residential Assistant Manager (Group Homes) - Queens and Staten Island

AHRC New York City; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Referral program

Job summary

AHRC New York City is hiring multiple Residential Assistant Managers for its Queens and Staten Island Group Home residences. The role partners with the Residence Manager to supervise daily operations and ensure high‑quality supports for residents.

Compensation ranges from $45,150 to $50,400 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package. A $750 bonus is earned after completing the Defensive Driving class, with no overnights and one weekend day required each week.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities REQUIRED.
• Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and developmental disabilities field.
• High school diploma or GED with 3+ years Direct Support Professional experience at an OPWDD certified residence.
• Willingness to work one weekend day each week.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop and implement residence program policies.
• Valid New York or Tri-State driver's license in good standing.
• Experience supervising staff in a residential setting preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with ensuring ongoing compliance and quality assurance with state and federal regulations.
• Provides direct supervision to direct support employees and participates in staff evaluations.
• Provides service coverage and adjusts schedules to meet residents' needs.
• Ensures smooth operations including safety, files, and vehicle maintenance.
• Collaborates with Residence Manager to plan individualized programs for residents.
• Oversees medical services with clinical staff and manages records and appointments.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

OPWDD regulations

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Residential Assistant Manager (Group Homes) - Queens and Staten Island

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 , and a family governed organization that 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 and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

AHRC NYC is looking to hire multiple Residential Assistant Managers for their Queens and Staten Island 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 he/she is assigned.

Compensation package: $45,150-$50,400 per year depending on residence placement. This position also comes with a very generous and comprehensive Benefit package. See additional Benefit information below.

In addition, you will receive a $750 bonus which becomes part of your base salary upon completion and passing of AHRC NYC's Defensive Driving class, if driving is required and overtime is available when warranted.

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 Overnights.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• § Assists with ensuring ongoing compliance and quality assurance with State and Federal regulations applicable to operation of facility to which he/she is assigned.
• § Provides direct supervision and guidance to direct support employees assigned to residence. Confers with Residence Manager in completing mandated written evaluations of staff in residence, as well as participates in overseeing any disciplinary actions needed to address performance problems by staff.
• § Provides service coverage in accordance with staff scheduling established by Residence Manager, as well as provides coverage in cases where scheduling may change due to direct staff shortages or emerging needs of residents.
• § Assumes responsibility for smooth operations of 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.
• § Collaborates with 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, collaborates 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 of medical appointments, proper administration of medications, and request for referrals as needed.
• § Ensures 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’s needs within the home environment.
• Along with Residence Manager, serves as liaison with Treatment Coordinator in reviewing quality of active treatment services and expected residential habilitation outcomes, including attending team meetings, evaluating accuracy of activity schedules and documented.
• § In conjunction with Residence Manager, formulates and recommends new ideas and outcomes directed towards enhancing quality of each resident’s life.
• § Attends and successfully completes mandated and skills development training courses, as assigned, as well as provides training to staff at residence, as needed.
• § Experience supervising staff in a residential setting is preferred not required.
• § Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities 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 ability to assist in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing program policies and procedures in 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 Direct Support Professional experience at a OPWDD certified residence.
• § A valid New York or Tri-State driver's license for more than one year in good standing is required.

• Low cost, quality 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
• Flexible Spending 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.