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About the Role

The Assistant Residence Manager oversees IRA operations, supports the Resident Manager, and assumes facility oversight in their absence. This role participates in DSP orientation, supervision, and evaluation, coordinates staff schedules, verifies hours, and manages sick leave. The position also involves procuring and managing personal items, overseeing petty cash, and maintaining detailed expenditure records.

Responsibilities

Oversees IRA operations as a support to the Resident Manager and assumes facility oversight in the Manager's absence.
Participates in DSP orientation, supervision, and evaluation.
Coordinates staff schedules, verifies hours, and manages sick leave.
Procures and manages clothing and personal items.
Oversees petty cash and maintains detailed expenditure records.
Monitors and observes staff, providing feedback on the implementation of service plans.
Follows up with DSPs and collaborates with managers and other professionals to support medical and clinical care.
Responds to requests from S&Q, Centralized Schedulers, and DQI Survey, and works with AVP in the manager's absence.
Monitors and maintains compliance with program regulations, policies, and standards.
Coordinates and provides ongoing training and development opportunities for staff.
Collaborates and communicates with external agencies, families, and healthcare providers.
Implements and oversees emergency preparedness protocols and procedures.
Maintains accurate documentation, progress notes, and reports.
Builds and maintains positive relationships with individuals, staff, community partners, advocates, and stakeholders.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED
Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver’s License with 6 months of experience and 6 or less points
Minimum of 1 year of progressive experience in residential services
Supervisory experience is a plus
Knowledge of Developmental Disabilities
Experience in Person-Centered Planning
Familiarity with applicable regulations, standards, and guidelines governing residential programs for persons with developmental disabilities
Proficiency in budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to respond calmly and effectively to crises or emergencies
Experience in maintaining accurate documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, and regulatory compliance records
Demonstrated strong commitment to safety

Skills

Developmental Disabilities Knowledge
Person-Centered Planning
Regulatory Knowledge
Budget Management
Communication Skills
Crisis Management
Documentation and Record-Keeping

Location

New York

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

1+ years of progressive experience in residential services
Supervisory experience a plus

Education Level

High School / G.E.D.
Associate's or higher (for additive pay)

Salary/Compensations

$29.88/hour (plus education additive $1.83/hour Associate's or higher)

About the Company

At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices.
From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence.
We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care.
We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong.
We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing.
Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime.

Equal Opportunity

The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity.
Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.