Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a not-for-profit charity serving children, families, and individuals with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island. Our staff of over 600 people provides caring and professional services to nearly 2,000 people every year. Since 1930, Little Flower has been committed to improving the lives and well-being of those we serve by providing foster boarding home care, residential treatment care and where appropriate, adoption. Our work focuses on strengthening the family so that they can provide a safe nurturing environment for raising children and to overcome a myriad of obstacles that threaten a child’s safety

Summary Job Description:

The Assistant Residential Manager for our OPWDD-funded Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs) is an essential position and is responsible for assisting the Residential Manager in the daily operations of 2 to 3 residential programs. The Assistant Manager has both administrative and direct support roles and responsibilities, The Assistant Manager will work with the Residential Manager to supervise, lead and develop a competent and professional workforce, ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and maintain a safe, therapeutic and person-centered environment for the people we support.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health and safety as well as the protective oversight of all individuals and staff of assigned programs.
• Respond to on-call emergencies and staffing issues. Utilize an agency phone for on-call access.
• Provide direct support and be the leader on shift at all times.
• Ensure the development and implementation of all aspects of qualitative and regulatory compliant programming within the residence.
• Coordinate staff schedules, develop and supervise an effective and professional team.
• Serve as a professional role model for individuals and staff.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with all Federal, State and Local governing bodies.
• Ensure Staff Action Plan/Residential Habilitation plans are implemented, and data is documented by DSP staff into the agency’s EMR.
• Develop, implement and monitor service plans/goals for all individuals living in the residence and ensure timely submission of required paperwork.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with all professional members of the individual’s interdisciplinary team (Nurse, BIS, clinicians, colleague providers, Care Coordinator, etc.)
• Coordinate recreational activities that are age appropriate and of interest to the individuals supported.
• Communicate with families, day programs, Care Managers, clinicians and other supports to ensure services are integrated and appropriate.
• Maintain positive relationships with community and neighbors, serve as a professional liaison between the local community and the larger agency.
• Monitor and reconcile the personal allowance and financial accounts of individuals.
• Assist in the oversight and reporting of any employee relations and staff disciplinary concerns.
• Assist in supervising dietary and housekeeping needs. Ensure proper purchasing, maintenance, fleet safety, bookkeeping, etc.
• Cooperatively and effectively work with other departments such as Finance, Human Resources, Quality Assurance, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Candidates with a High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 1 year of experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities may be considered.
• Knowledge of OPWDD service delivery system and regulations a plus.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and good driving record is required.
• Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s) required.
• Must maintain certifications in Strategies in Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP), Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) and CPR.
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies is expected.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management.

Travel Requirements:

• This position requires travel between 2 to 3 residential programs located in Queens or Nassau County (our one Nassau County IRA is located very close the Queens border).
• Travel to Little Flower administrative offices for meetings, trainings, etc. is also required.

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status