Assistant Supervisor

Assistant SupervisorWe are currently seeking a high energy, self-starting individual to supervise a Residential IRA in Brooklyn, New York. A person's managerial and clinical skills will be maximized in an interdisciplinary team environment, where there is ongoing support and training.The Residential Assistant Supervisor is responsible for providing staff training, mentoring, and supervision of 5-15 direct reports. The Assistant Supervisor will need to be able to provide program oversight, quality assurance, maintain NYS regulations, oversee clinical programming, be an advocate for the people we support, and be a liaison with families.The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm for working directly with people of all ages with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), creating new opportunities for Living, Loving, Working, and Learning. We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Assistant Supervisor to work with this active group of people, who can handle challenging situations with patience and understanding.YAI is a network of agencies offering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities a comprehensive range of services across all ages. YAI empowers people with disabilities to reach their goals every day. Our enthusiastic staff of over 4,000 professionals believe that everyone has a fundamental right to live, love, work, and learn. If you share our vision and want to help support people to live the fullest lives possible, apply to this position!Key responsibilities:Ensuring the health, safety, and habilitation of the people we support is consistent with agency philosophy and department practice.Ensuring the appropriate, therapeutically documented level of supervision in the residence, day program or community to ensure and protect the health and/or safety of the people we support.Providing program/floor coverage.Promoting and maintaining the excellence of our programs.Involving family members and other stakeholders, including professionals, in the team process.Keeping staff informed by attending meetings and consistently delivering YAI's mission statement.Fostering professional development through regular supervision, training, and evaluations.Supervising staff to ensure that they meet the needs of the people we support, agency standards, and develop professionally through the supervisory process.Bringing the organizational culture to life.Ensuring a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination.Actively participating in the hiring process.Maintaining direct relationships with staff.Building staff morale.Utilizing participatory management.Fostering the Open-Door Policy.Nurturing staff development Supervising/Managing teams.Maintaining oversight and compliance of systems specific to role and responsibilities.Fostering communication between relevant supports including those within the program, within the agency, and supports outside the agency.Required to perform your responsibilities as they currently exist or may change in meeting the needs of the department, under the supervision of your supervisor/manager.Education and Experience:High School Diploma or GEDSome College PreferredPrior Direct Support Professional experienceBackground in supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities or mental healthAdditional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Valid Driver's LicenseInterpersonal and problem-solving skillsWell-developed writing skillsAbility to accept and apply feedbackHighly flexible personality typeFlexibility adjusting your schedule to meet programmatic needsProficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skillsAbility to learn/use Workforce Management software to effectively carry out essential business processesSchedule:Full-Time onlyTuesday - Saturday 3:00pm - 11:00pm (may vary depending on location)Compensation:$23.10/hour - $23.10/hourYAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Veteran or disabled veteran.