Residential Supportive Housing Assistant Manager

Favarh Inc; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PSLF eligibility

PTO and paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental, vision, life insurance, and LT

403(b) retirement plan

EBHRA Health Reimbursement Plan

Employee referral bonuses

Discounted fitness memberships

EAP

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Favarh – The Arc of the Farmington Valley is seeking an Assistant Manager to support a residential site in Avon, CT. You will supervise staff, coordinate services, and ensure safe, person-centered supports that promote independence and quality of life for participants.

The role includes staff leadership, on-site training, medication oversight, and documentation in Therap, with opportunities to enhance program outcomes and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of college in Human Services, Special Education, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in residential, health, education, rehabilitation, or human services preferred.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License (or Rideshare-approved state license); must be insurable.
• Ability to obtain Medication Administration Certification and PMT within 6 months of hire.
• Completion of required Residential Trainings within designated timeframes.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to implement restraint procedures and administer CPR safely.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and scheduling to support daily residential operations.
• Provide on-the-floor orientation and training to residential staff.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, DDS regulations, and program standards.
• Remain on duty until relief staff is secured when necessary.
• Implement daily routines and individual support plans.
• Promote participant advocacy, independence, and human and civil rights.
• Oversee accurate medication administration in coordination with nursing staff.
• Complete daily communication, nursing, medication, and behavioral logs.
• Utilize Therap for all program documentation and ensure staff compliance and training.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Two years college in Human Services or related field

Tools

Medication Administration Certification

PMT Training

Job description

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Full Time Salary Management Bloomfield, CT, US

Salary: $52,499.98 Annually

Job Title: Supportive Housing Assistant Manager
Location: Bloomfield, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 2nd Shift, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

Reports To: Residential Manager
Department: Residential Services

About Favarh

Founded in 1958, Favarh – The Arc of the Farmington Valley supports more than 350 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living as independently and inclusively as possible.

Our Mission

To help each person achieve their personal best.

Our Vision

A future where every person with an intellectual or developmental disability lives in the community with the support they need to thrive.

About the Role

Favarh is seeking a dedicated Assistant Managerto support the daily operations of our residential site in Avon. This role assists the Residential Manager in supervising staff, coordinating services, and ensuring safe, respectful, and person-centered supports that promote independence and quality of life for participants.

The Assistant Manager may serve as the point of contact in the Manager’s absence and plays a key role in staff leadership, medication oversight, documentation, and implementation of individual and behavioral programs.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Operations

Support daily residential operations and assist with staff supervision and scheduling

Provide on-the-floor orientation and training to residential staff

Ensure compliance with agency policies, DDS regulations, and program standards

Remain on duty until relief staff is secured when necessary

Participant Support & Program Coordination

Implement daily routines and individual support plans

Promote participant advocacy, independence, and human and civil rights

Provide individual counseling for minor adjustment issues and elevate concerns as needed

Assist with implementation of behavioral programs and restraint procedures per policy

Medication Administration & Health Oversight

Oversee accurate and timely medication administration in coordination with nursing staff

Maintain medication records and order medications as needed

Ensure compliance with medication administration regulations

Documentation & Communication

Complete daily communication, nursing, medication, and behavioral logs

Utilize Therap for all program documentation and ensure staff compliance and training

Report operational issues and recommend improvements to the Residential Manager

Attend required meetings, trainings, and agency events

Transportation & Community Engagement

Ensure transportation needs are met in accordance with policies and procedures

Promote positive public relations and participate in agency fundraising and special events

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of college in Human Services, Special Education, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Minimum two (2) years of experience in residential, health, education, rehabilitation, or human services preferred

Valid Connecticut Driver’s License (or Rideshare-approved state license); must be insurable

Ability to obtain Medication Administration Certification and PMT within 6 months of hire

Completion of required Residential Trainings within designated timeframes

Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Ability to implement restraint procedures and administer CPR safely

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Stand/walk 4–6 hours; sit/drive 1–3 hours

Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, and reaching

Repetitive grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, and foot control operation

Vision requirements include close, distance, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Why Join Us?

Favarh offers a supportive, mission-driven work environment with competitive benefits, including:

Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Medical insurance (Opt-In. Tiered by years of service)

Free dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability

403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution up to 12%

Employer-funded EBHRA Health Reimbursement Plan (Up to $2200)

Employee referral bonuses, discounted fitness memberships, EAP, and internal advancement opportunities

Favarh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.