ASSISTANT RESIDENTIAL MANAGER - ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

About the role

As an Assistant Residential Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with the staff in assisting with daily living activities, fostering their independence, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily supervision of staff activities and creating a comprehensive daily schedule for each shift.
• Knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise.
• Train and supervise new staff to work with individual(s) served and ensure active treatment for the shift you supervise.
• Assist Program Manager with solving staff issues, disputes, and completing required paperwork.
• Instruction and documentation of formal goals and protocols in accordance with the CFA/ILife Plan/Staff Action Plan.
• Implementation of Behavior Plans and all other components of the annual plan.
• Evaluate (monthly) progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained.
• Write Monthly Summaries.
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments.
• Ensure staffing and completion of medical appointments.
• Ensure completion of documentation, including incident reports, SCIP-R reports, body checks, logs, etc.
• Participate in the development and revisions of formal goals, protocols, and Behavior Plans.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings as requested.
• Attend staff meetings and annual recertification trainings.
• IRA’s - Ensure billing data entered into electronic health record by the end of each shift.
• Ensure completion of CI responsibilities.
• Completion of assigned responsibilities.
• On-call responsibilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• One (1) year experience working with developmentally disabled adults, required.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and approved to drive by DDI’s Transportation Department
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support

Qualifications

• Modify the area to secure the safety of the individuals (move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 pounds)
• Lift, move, and carry 20 pounds
• Run after an individual, up to 500 feet
• Run to a program in need, up to 500 feet
• Kneel, twist, and bend
• Respond to fire alarms
• Perform all physical SCIP techniques

Skills

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Benefits

Comprehensive Paid Training
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 DDI.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules to support your life.
And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!