Residential Assistant Supervisor - Mental Health

Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island’s most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island.

• $500 Sign-on Bonus!*
  
  

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for an Assistant Supervisor to join our team! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a setting with people with mental illness.
• QMHS Standard preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.
  
  

Our Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO: 5 Wellness Days, 10-22 Vacation Days, 8 Sick Days, 11 Paid Holidays - yearly
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
  
  

Salary Range: $41,860 ($23.00/hr.) - $54,600 ($30.00/hr.)

The above salary range represents Options for Community Living’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a salary offer, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education level, language skillset, credentials, professional licensure, budget, and internal equity).

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (35 hours/week)

Location: In person; based out of our Ronkonkoma location, with field visits required.

Pay Type: Non-exempt

Responsibilities:

The Assistant Supervisor assists the Supervisor with various program and household management tasks at the Richmond site and scattered apartment sites. Provides various support services to the residents and is responsible for training and assisting residents in the activities of daily living. The Assistant Supervisor reports to the Program Supervisor. The Assistant Supervisor can perform all the duties of the Full Time Residential Counselor, in addition to carrying out the tasks listed below.

• Schedule staff coverage of residence and ensure adequate staffing patterns and ratios are maintained.
• Maintain and update chore lists. Assign, post, monitor, review rotation and bring discrepancies to Supervisor’s attention.
• Review site and grounds daily, arrange for special services as needed and process Service Requests. Conduct a monthly Physical Site Audit for all apartment sites.
• Ensure vehicle maintenance is up to date. Schedule service as needed
• Provide transportation to residents as needed
• Maintain household budget and ensure that budget for household supplies, food, furniture, etc. stays within budgeted amount.
• Complete timely submission of Monthly Safety Report. Maintain First Aid and Biohazard Kits.
• Ensure the timely completion of all Foothold documentation for all staff. Run Mandatory Foothold reports for all staff and residents and bring outlying findings to Supervisor’s attention.
• Plan weekend activities and agency-wide events for residents.
• Coordinate presentations, education programs, training, etc. for residents.
• Coordinate training and provide on-site support to staff as needed. Ensure the New Staff Orientation Checklist is completed.
• Conduct Medication Training two times a year for all staff.
• Provide counseling, behavioral intervention and crisis management services as needed.
• Oversee meal planning for the site and plan for shopping, staying within budget.
• Ensure that medication records are properly maintained and that residents maintain an adequate supply of medication at all times.
• Assist residents with maintaining their benefits.
• Maintain Client Account Records and ensure they are up to date.
• Advocate and attempt to resolve all outstanding accounts for the team at the beginning of month and prepare update and plan of action each month.
• In the event of the Program Supervisor’s absence, assume responsibilities of the Program Supervisor on an as-needed basis.
• Other relevant responsibilities as assigned by management.
  
  

Salary Range: $41,860 USD - $54,600 USD

Incredible people doing meaningful work. People come to work at Options to help improve the overall quality of life for individuals within the community. Our welcoming workforce is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable Long Islanders reach their fullest potential.