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Assistant Manager - Group Homes

Living Resources

Schenectady, NYFull-time$24.59–29.09/hrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$24.59–29.09/hr
Location
Schenectady, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Living Resources is hiring an Assistant Manager - Group Homes. Living Resources, a non‑profit human services agency in Schenectady, NY, seeks an Assistant Manager for group homes who will support individuals with disabilities, collaborate with the Residential Habilitation Manager, and model positive care while overseeing Direct Support Professionals.

Key focus areas include Assist individuals with day‑to‑day management of their lives, Assist individuals in active participation in the community, and Perform management functions.

Important skills include Integrity, Respectful, Optimism, Value-Driven, Humility, and Feedback-Tolerant.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

IntegrityRespectfulOptimismValue-DrivenHumilityFeedback-TolerantSelf-AwarenessCreativePatience and UnderstandingEmpathy

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalency or Two-Year Degree in Related Field2+ Years Experience With Developmentally Disabled Population or 1+ Years Experience With Developmentally Disabled PopulationSupervisory Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Assistant Manager - Group Homes

Schenectady, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Schenectady+NY+USA+12302)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Living Resources is a non-profit human services agency. Our core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.

Living Resources works with, and for, families by providing peace of mind. All employees are to be respectful and supportive of families. We are working with them as partners, providing care and services.

Our Values: Inclusive, Change Embracer or Innovator, Mentor, Personal growth, Self-determination and Teamwork/Collaboration

We are looking for people who have the following characteristics:

Integrity

Respectful

Optimism

Value- Driven

Humility

Feedback-Tolerant

Self-Awareness

Creative

Patience and Understanding

Empathy

The Assistant Manager is responsible for overseeing Direct Support Professionals and for providing care to the people we support. In collaborations with the Residential Habilitation Manager, he/she acts as a positive role model for the individuals we serve and co-workers to ensure the quality service delivered meets the needs of the individuals.

Essential Responsibilities:

  1. Assists the individual(s) we support with the day-to-day management of their lives.

  2. Assists the individual(s) we support in active participation in his/her community.

  3. Management Functions

4..Assists in the development and implementation of the Residential Habilitation Plan.

5.Provides input to the individual's program plan.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency and two (2) years experience with the developmentally disabled population. Supervisory experience preferred.

OR

Two (2) year degree in related field and one (1) year experience with the developmentally disabled population. Supervisory experience preferred.

We offer Great Benefits including Health, Dental & Vision insurance, Health Reimbursement Accounts, Payment in lieu of Health insurance, Tuition Assistance and Retirement Programs. We also have opportunities to advance from within!

Salary Description

$24.59/hour - $29.09/hour

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