RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM MANAGER – ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

Brightway Living & Learning; Terryville (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Career growth

Training provided

Job summary

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. As Residential Program Manager you will oversee daily operations at Spring Meadow & Sagamore houses, guiding staff and supporting adults with disabilities.

You will manage staffing, safety procedures, budgets, and plan programming in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams, with on-call duties around the

Qualifications

• Two years experience working with developmentally disabled adults.
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support.
• Must be able to lift/move/carry 20 lbs and run short distances as needed.
• Valid NYS driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle employment and staffing needs for your residence, including hiring, evaluations, supervision, and payroll data submission.
• Maintain emergency procedures and implement crisis responses.
• Train new staff to work with individuals served.
• Ensure certifications for all staff (TB, AMAP, CPR) and provide annual recertifications.
• Maintain staff schedules, run meetings, and participate in interdisciplinary teams.
• Write and implement Annual Program Plans, goals, and protocols.
• Participate in Behavior Plan writing and the Annual Plan components.
• Evaluate monthly progress and set new objectives.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments.
• Complete operating checklists and budget processes.
• Manage bookkeeping for individuals (Nami payments, SSI, tax refunds).
• Coordinate with Psychology, Nutrition/Fitness, Nursing, Day Hab, Residential, Service Coordination.
• Complete incident reports and SCIP-R reports, review for accuracy and submit monthly.
• Interface with parents and involve them in the program plan.
• Advocate for individuals and explore new programming ideas.
• Be on-call 24/7 for staffing/emergency problems.
• Performs all job functions of the community instructor as needed.

Skills

ABA knowledge

PBS knowledge

Staff supervision

Education

High School Diploma

BA/BS preferred

Job description

Description

Job Details

Description

RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM MANAGER – ADULT RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM

Full-Time, Salary: $66,300 - $75,000/year

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?

Shifts Available: Full-time plus on-call 24/7 for emergencies and callouts

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 the 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 a Residential Program Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives at our Spring Meadow & Sagamore houses. You will work closely with them and your employees, managing all of the day-to-day operations of the residence. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

What You’ll Do

• Handle employment and staffing needs for your residence, including hiring, performance evaluations, and supervision of staff, as well as submission of required payroll data.
• Maintain knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise.
• Train new staff to work with individual(s) served
• Ensure all staff have current certifications in all areas (TB, AMAP, CPR, etc.) and provide annual recertification trainings.
• Maintain staff schedule, run staff meetings, participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings.
• Write and implement Annual Program Plan; write formal goals, protocols.
• Participate in the writing and implementation of Behavior Plans, and all other components of the Annual Plan (i.e., medical, nutrition, fitness, socialization, etc.).
• Evaluate monthly progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained.
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments.
• Complete Operating Checklist, and all budgetary processes (i.e., petty cash, OTPS, etc.)
• Responsible for bookkeeping for individuals: Nami payments, SSI, tax refunds, etc.
• Coordinate efforts in all areas: Psychology, Nutrition/Fitness, Nursing, Day Hab and Residential, and Service Coordination.
• Complete incident reports and SCIP-R reports as necessary, review for accuracy, and submit monthly
• Interface with parents and facilitate their involvement with their son/daughter’s program plan.
• Advocate for individuals served and implement new programming ideas, exploring the individuals’ interests.
• 24-hour on call for staffing/emergency problems
• Performs all job functions of the community instructor as needed

What You Need For The Role

• High School Diploma, BA/BS preferred
• Two years experience working with developmentally disabled adults
• Valid NYS driver’s license, preferred [NOTE: Positions for non-approved drivers are NOT available in all programs and are based on program needs.]*
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support
• Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of the adults i.e. move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs.
• Must be able to lift/move/carry 20 lbs.
• Must be able to run after an individual up to 500 feet
• Must be able to run to a program in need up to 500 feet
• Must be able to kneel, twist and bend
• Must be able to respond to fire alarms
• Must be able to 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: Generous paid time off.

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 Living & Learning.
• 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. We are people inspired by purpose