Assistant Manager - Family Residences and Essential Enterprises
Hauppauge, NY 11788
About the Job
Position Overview
Under the supervision of the Residential Manager, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for the direct supervision of the Direct Support Professionals and will provide direct oversight of service planning and the provision of clinical and health care services. The Assistant Manager is responsible for the implementation of day-to-day activities and oversight of the assigned residence.
Essential Job Functions
Work in partnership with the people we support to ensure that the rights, health, safety and personal outcomes of the people living in the residence are being supported at all times
Advocate with people we support in a variety of situations
Work with the people we support to teach them new life skills
Assist the people we support to overcome barriers and challenges to establish and maintain a network of relationships and valued social roles
Supervise, train, evaluate, and observe assigned Direct Support Professionals (DSP)
Ensure that all required documentation is completed appropriately and in a timely manner
Prevent, recognize, and report abuse toward the people we support
Provide ongoing protective oversight to individuals living in the residence
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain ongoing communication and always communicate in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support, supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community
Provide emergency coverage and cover DSP responsibilities as needed
Coordinate, support, attend and participate in all required events/ meetings/ reviews/ committees as required
Maintain the confidentiality of any information relating to individuals and employees of the organization
Ensure that the residence, including the external property, is clean, safe and attractive at all times
Complete all required trainings and stay in compliance
Other duties as assigned
Education, Work Experience, and Competencies
18 Years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities
Valid NYS Driver’s License and satisfy criteria to be a driver for FREE
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others informed and anticipating needs is essential
Must be efficient, well organized, and have excellent communication skills
Physical Demands
Employee is required to sit, walk and stand for prolonged period of time (at least 8 hours)
Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Employee is required to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, fax and filing cabinets
Employee is required to reach with hands and arms
Employee is required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or stand on a stool as needed
Employee is required to be able occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time