Residential Supportive Housing Assistant Manager

Job Title: Supportive Housing Assistant Manager 
Location: Avon, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 2nd Shift, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

Annual Salary: $50,000.08

Reports To: Residential Manager
Department: Residential Services

About Favarh

Founded in 1958, Favarh – The Arc of the Farmington Valley supports more than 350 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living as independently and inclusively as possible.

Our Mission

To help each person achieve their personal best.

Our Vision

A future where every person with an intellectual or developmental disability lives in the community with the support they need to thrive.

About the Role

Favarh is seeking a dedicated Assistant Manager to support the daily operations of our residential site in Avon. This role assists the Residential Manager in supervising staff, coordinating services, and ensuring safe, respectful, and person-centered supports that promote independence and quality of life for participants.

The Assistant Manager may serve as the point of contact in the Manager’s absence and plays a key role in staff leadership, medication oversight, documentation, and implementation of individual and behavioral programs.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Operations

• Support daily residential operations and assist with staff supervision and scheduling

• Provide on-the-floor orientation and training to residential staff

• Ensure compliance with agency policies, DDS regulations, and program standards

• Remain on duty until relief staff is secured when necessary

Participant Support & Program Coordination

• Implement daily routines and individual support plans

• Promote participant advocacy, independence, and human and civil rights

• Provide individual counseling for minor adjustment issues and escalate concerns as needed

• Assist with implementation of behavioral programs and restraint procedures per policy

Medication Administration & Health Oversight

• Oversee accurate and timely medication administration in coordination with nursing staff

• Maintain medication records and order medications as needed

• Ensure compliance with medication administration regulations

Documentation & Communication

• Complete daily communication, nursing, medication, and behavioral logs

• Utilize Therap for all program documentation and ensure staff compliance and training

• Report operational issues and recommend improvements to the Residential Manager

• Attend required meetings, trainings, and agency events

Transportation & Community Engagement

• Ensure transportation needs are met in accordance with policies and procedures

• Promote positive public relations and participate in agency fundraising and special events

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of college in Human Services, Special Education, or a related field, or equivalent experience

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in residential, health, education, rehabilitation, or human services preferred

• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License (or Rideshare-approved state license); must be insurable

• Ability to obtain Medication Administration Certification and PMT within 6 months of hire

• Completion of required Residential Trainings within designated timeframes

• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to implement restraint procedures and administer CPR safely

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Stand/walk 4–6 hours; sit/drive 1–3 hours

• Lift 20–50 pounds

• Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, and reaching

• Repetitive grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, and foot control operation

• Vision requirements include close, distance, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Why Join Us?

Favarh offers a supportive, mission-driven work environment with competitive benefits, including:

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• Medical insurance (Opt-In. Tiered by years of service)

• Free dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution up to 12%

• Employer-funded EBHRA Health Reimbursement Plan (Up to $2200)

• Employee referral bonuses, discounted fitness memberships, EAP, and internal advancement opportunities

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today at www.favarh.org/careers and join a team dedicated to helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their personal best.

Favarh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.