What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Program Manager position at The Arc Greater Hudson Valley, NY?
The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY is seeking full-time Assistant Program Managers in Residential to join our team
The Arc Greater Hudson Valley is a not-for-profit agency dedicated to providing support and services to over 1,800 people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and to their families in Sullivan, Orange and Dutchess Counties, New York. A chapter of The Arc New York, our main offices are located at 162 East Broadway in Monticello, NY.
Our agency offers a broad range of services including Residential Services, Clinical Services, Day Services, Family Support Services, Guardianship Services, Employment Services, Recreation and more. Our mission is to support people with unique abilities to live as valued and contributing members of the community.
The Assistant Program Manager position is full time and includes an excellent benefits package.
We provide a great team-working environment with experienced leadership, support and growth
Location: Sullivan County, NY
Schedule: Shifts vary, must be available to work weekends
Assistant Program Manager Responsibilities:
· Assist the Program Manager in the operation of their assigned residential site(s).
· Ensures assigned site(s) operates within established fiscal parameters.
· Provides positive role model to DSP's at their site(s).
· Effectively resolves problems related to the management of the assigned site(s) and/or seeks appropriate assistance from the Program Manager or Program Director or AED of Residential Services.
· Attends all required internal trainings to maintain competence in position and attends external training as directed or per request, for ongoing professional growth and development.
· Trains, mentors, coaches and supports the DSP's at their assigned site(s).
· Assists the management team in the preparation of the weekly DSP schedule, maintaining minimum safe staffing ratios, and managing daily staffing needs, including coverage for medical appointments and community outings.
· Oversees DSP's in the implementation of established habilitation plans and safeguarding document (IPOP) for each individual supported.
· Assist Program Manager to ensure that DSP's maintain appropriate documentation records for each individual (including but not limited to: meal intake, medical monitoring, medication administration, HER notes, behavior notes, incident reports, etc.)
Assist Program Manager with daily review of documentation to ensure that daily provision of services for each individual and follows up on identified gaps/errors.
· Communicates with parents/guardians/advocates as needed, regarding the needs and status of the individuals supported.
· As assigned, securely manages the on-site Personal Allowance Funds for each individual, in accordance with Social Security and OPWDD regulations.
· Assists the Program Manager with the tracking and processing of disciplinary actions for DSP's position in order to maintain a high quality and effective team.
· Assist Program Manager with the completion of Core Competencies for DSP's, following the agency's format and timeframes.
· Complies with all federal and state regulations and agency policies pertaining to HIPPA, false claims, whistleblower policies and all others.
· Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Program Manager, Program Director, or Assistant Executive Director of Residential Services.
Qualifications:
High School/GED required, Associates Degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. At least one year working with individuals with developmental disabilities required.
· All positions require a valid, clean NYS driver's license with a minimum of one year driving experience with a Class D license.
We offer a great benefits package:
· Paid time off (Vacation, Holiday and unplanned)
· Affordable Health/Dental/Vision
· 401K with Employer Match Savings, up to 4%
· Employee Assistance Program
· Gym Membership Reimbursement
Interested candidates may obtain an Assistant Program Manager application on our website at
The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The Arc Greater Hudson Valley, NY prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have previous experience supporting people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Supervising: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License required with one year minimum driving experience.
Work Location:
- One location
Company's website:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.40 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- At least one year working with individuals with developmental disabilities
License/Certification:
- driver license for at least one year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20