Overview

The Residential Managers oversees the operation of two Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRA), which are group homes for individuals with intellectual disabilities, under the oversight of the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)

Rising Ground 

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 25,000 individuals. We do this through 50 programs in 70 locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity shows not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in downtown Brooklyn. 

Benefits

At Rising Ground, we encourage everyone to live a healthier life. When you enroll in health care benefits — medical, dental, and vision care, you and your family can take advantage of each plan’s preventive services, which will help everyone to stay well. Another way to remain healthy is to eat right and keep active. Ultimately, we all benefit when we make the right choices, whether through diet and exercise or health care services. You can also take advantage of other important benefits, including life and accident, disability benefits, the retirement savings plan, and the employee assistance program.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED.

• Serve as a member of the I/DD Department Leadership Team
• Model I/DD department’s vision of excellence, and putting people supported at the core of our values and efforts
• Directly Supervise two assistant Managers and two teams of Direct Service Professionals
• Work with the Quality Improvement Team to ensure the best outcomes for programs and people supported
• Manage the finances and budgets of the assigned IRA’s
• Coach, mentor, train and develop staff towards excellence
• Provide operational oversight to the IRA’s including physical plant, and ensuring they’re in compliance with all OPWDD regulations
• Be a positive resource to people supported, families, and members of the team as needed
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS: 

Salary 65K Annually eligible to earn $1500 in bonuses every six months of full time work through 2024 (maximum of $3K total)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Two or more years of experience in a management capacity in a human services organization, directly supervising employees
• Experience working with people with Intellectual Disabilities Strongly Preferred
• Knowledge of OPWDD Regulations and Policies Strongly Preferred
• Outstanding Leadership Skills
• Experienced in facilitating meetings
• Skilled in facilitating communication between diverse interdisciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Comfortable with technology
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills, written as well as verbal
• Valid Driver’s License
• 60k - 65k per year

  **Please note this is a Hybrid role**

Salary 65K Annually eligible to earn $1500 in bonuses every six months of full time work through 2024 (maximum of $3K total)