Assistant Manager of I/DD Programs

About the Role

Cayuga Centers is seeking a compassionate Assistant Manager of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Programs. Working under the supervision of the Director of Certified Programs, the Assistant Manager ensures smooth and effective program operations, using a person‑centered, strength‑based approach grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis to empower individuals with I/DD.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and mentoring to direct‑care staff and deliver constructive feedback.
• Develop appropriate social and recreational activities for program participants.
• Provide direct‑care services as needed.
• Contact families regularly to ensure their needs are met and report findings to management.
• Monitor participant information documents for accuracy and report discrepancies.
• Support managerial duties, including documentation and reporting, staff scheduling and management, inventory management of supplies, and informing upper management of any staff training needs.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related field with a minimum of two years’ experience providing services for persons with developmental disabilities (preferred).
• High School Diploma with a minimum of five years’ experience providing services for persons with developmental disabilities (required).
• Experience working with families in an outreach capacity.
• Experience in a day‑program or community‑based residential setting for persons with disabilities.
• Self‑directed and capable of working effectively with limited supervision.
• Supervisory experience in a similar setting.
• Valid NYS driver’s license (required) and ability to travel to other agency locations as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Drive and operate a motor vehicle with passengers for at least four consecutive hours.
• Participate in physical activities with program participants, including running, jumping, bending, and twisting.
• Stand/walk for a minimum of 6 hours on an 8‑hour shift and 10 hours on a 12‑hour shift.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Walk up and down stairs repeatedly.

Pay

$62,353.20 annually

Schedule

Exempt, full‑time, salaried position with flexibility to meet program and individual service‑recipient needs. Regular hours:

• Sunday: OFF
• Monday: OFF
• Tuesday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Wednesday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Friday: 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
• Saturday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Benefits

• 120 hours paid vacation
• 10 holidays, 3 personal days, medical appointment time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pet and legal insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• FSA, transit, and parking savings accounts
• Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, enhanced short‑term disability benefits
• 401(k) available
• Corporate Discounts Program
• Sick Leave Pool
• Identity protection

Why Cayuga Centers? The organization is COA‑accredited, implements best practices and evidence‑based interventions, commits to employee professional development, embraces change and innovation, and fosters a diverse workforce that leads with human sensitivity and respect.