Senior Residence Manager - Leroy, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Lifetime Assistance – Senior Residence Manager
Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Position Overview:

Job Title: Senior Residence Manager
Location: Rochester, NY, 14626
Department: Residential
Reports To: Associate Director
Employment Type: Full Time, 40 hours/week
Starting Wage: $31.81-$34.88 per hour
Posting #: 6-5051

Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?

• No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.
• Education Support: Tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester — plus micro-credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid Training & Coaching: Receive hands-on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e-learning, and ongoing paid training.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.
• Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.
• Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.

Your Core Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of assigned residential sites, ensuring high-quality services aligned with individual needs and rights.
• Supervise, train, evaluate, and schedule Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), ensuring compliance with agency and OPWDD standards.
• Oversee health, safety, and wellness supports, including medication administration and special dietary requirements.
• Promote person-centered care and support individuals in daily living skills, community inclusion, and individualized goals.
• Maintain documentation, complete incident reports, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage site facilities, fiscal records, and monthly inspections, while supporting capital improvement projects.
• Serve as Administrator On Call on a rotating basis and lead in crisis or emergency response.

What You Bring:

• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field and 1 year of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities; OR
• Associate degree and 3 years of experience; OR
• High school diploma/equivalent and 5 years of experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and person-centered planning practices.
• Proficiency with scheduling, documentation, and communication systems.
• Requirements:
• Must meet Lifetime Assistance Vehicle Operator Requirements.
• May be required to obtain OPWDD SCIP-R Level II certification.
• Must pass all required background checks and clearances (SCR, fingerprinting, SEL, MHL).

Our Mission & Culture:

• Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.
• Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.
• Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.

Are You Ready to Begin?

If you’re a compassionate leader ready to take the next step in your human services career, apply today and join us in building lives of independence—one person at a time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

“I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me.”
— Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services, celebrating her 30th year with us