ASSISTANT RESIDENTIAL MANAGER - ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

ASSISTANT RESIDENTIAL MANAGER – ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

Full-Time, Hourly $24.00 - $26.40/hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available:

• Mon/Tues: 7 - 10 am/2 - 9 pm, Wed: 7 am - 3 pm, Sun 9 am - 9 pm (40 hours/week)

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role: As an Assistant Residential Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities while assisting in the day-to-day operations of a residential program. You will work closely with individuals and staff members, helping to ensure quality care and support services are provided, fostering independence, promoting well-being, and encouraging community inclusion. In this role, you will also assist with staff supervision, scheduling, program operations, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment for both residents and team members. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships, provide leadership support, and make a tangible difference. This position requires a valid NYS Driver’s License for 18+ months with a clean driving history and successful completion of Brightway’s Transportation Orientation and one year of DSP experience.

What You Bring To Brightway Living & Learning:

• High School Diploma
• One (1) year experience working with developmentally disabled adults, required.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and approved to drive by Brightway's Transportation Department
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for daily supervision of staff activities and creating a comprehensive daily schedule for each shift. Knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise.
• AMAP Certification - Obtain within the first 90 days in position and keep current.
• Train and supervise new staff to work with individual(s) served and ensure active treatment for the shift you supervise.
• Assist Program Manager with solving staff issues, disputes, and completing required paperwork.
• Instruction and documentation of formal goals and protocols in accordance with the CFA/ILife Plan/Staff Action Plan.
• Implementation of Behavior Plans and all other components of the annual plan.
• Evaluate (monthly) progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained. Write Monthly Summaries.
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments. Ensure staffing and completion of medical appointments.
• Ensure completion of documentation, including incident reports, SCIP-R reports, body checks, logs, etc.
• Participate in the development and revisions of formal goals, protocols, and Behavior Plans
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings as requested., Attend staff meetings and annual recertification trainings.
• IRA’s- Ensure billing data entered into electronic health record by the end of each shift.
• Ensure completion of CI responsibilities
• Completion of assigned responsibilities.

What You Must Be Able to Do:

• Modify the area to secure the safety of the individuals (move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 pounds)
• Lift, move, and carry 20 pounds.
• Run after an individual, up to 500 feet.
• Run to a program in need, up to 500 feet.
• Kneel, twist, and bend.
• Respond to fire alarms.
• Perform all physical SCIP techniques.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family.

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.