Assistant Residential Manager #13 24/25 - Jewett City CT


Alternative Services-CT
Jewett City CT
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Date: 10/25/2024

GENERAL FUNCTION:The Assistant Residential Manager assists the Residential Manager in the management of all program operations. Performs direct care and is responsible for assuring that consumers' programs are adhered to. Collects data on the consumers to help the Behaviorist analyze consumers' behavioral patterns. Assumes duties and responsibilities of the Residential Manager in their absence as directed.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum possession of a High School Diploma or a G.E.D.Minimum two years experience working with individuals with developmentally disabilities or that are dually diagnosed and a minimum one-year management experience. Experience requirement may be substituted with education on a year for year basis.Valid drivers license and the ability to be insured by our insurance company throughout employment. Individual may be required to travel in the course of their daily work using the Agency vehicle or their own vehicle.Must have excellent interpersonal skills.The ability to obtain and maintain certifications in CPR, First Aid, PMT and DDS State Medication Administration.The ability to lift up to 75 pounds, transfer and physically intervene with individuals as required.ACCOUNTABILITY:The Assistant Residential Manager is directly accountable to the Residential Manager or said other person as may be substituted for the Residential Manager.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:Works vacant shifts if unable to find coverage and shares on-call coverage with Manager bi-weekly.Assists Manager in conducting Residential Instructor performance appraisals.Reviews monthly all consumer files for completion and accuracy of data collected on consumers.Assists in preparation of staff meeting agendas. Attends the monthly Assistant Residential Manager meetings.Participates in developing plans to meet the needs of the resident and the home and in carrying out those plans.Acts as an advocate and appropriate role model for consumers, and to treat them with respect and dignity.Documents on appropriate forms all activity pertaining to the welfare of the home or consumer. This is to include but not limited to the following areas:Consumer/Visitor movement to or from home.Unusual incidents involving consumers, staff or other persons affecting the home.Seizures, the administration of medication, medication errors, accidents or other medical emergencies.Noticeable changes in consumer conduct, either positive or negative.All necessary forms pertaining to resident programs.Distributes all medications according to each consumer's medication schedule and DDS Medication Certification guidelines and Agency policies.Provides activities or programs (internally and externally) for consumers during each shift. Organize, supervise and interact with consumers from home and other group homes if applicable according to the needs and wants of the consumers. Document, summarize, develop and implement programs.Provides and ensures the provision of a social environment which enhances the personal growth of each consumer.Assist in supervising and safely transporting residents to community activities, day programs, social events, etc.Know and follow emergency home procedures for fire, hurricanes, power outages, accidents or other serious incidents affecting residents.Monitor consumer behavior and implement consumer behavior management programs or other programs as applicable. Document everything on appropriate forms.Provide programmatic and statistical reports as required.Maintain safety, appearance and cleanliness of home. Conduct sanitation and safety inspections of all internal and external areas of equipment/house. Make minor repairs and/or alerts supervisor to potential major problems.Maintain a professional attitude with co-workers, management, outside a encies, etc.Responsible to know consumers location at all times and has knowledge of and implements all Agency policies and procedures governing Agency operations including: Medication administration policies, key control, following consumer's IP, evacuation and emergency procedures, etc, compliance with licensing regulations, and DDS contracts.Alert appropriate personnel immediately regarding problems or unusual occurrences. Complete incident reports pertaining to consumers and/or workers compensation in a timely and accurate manner.To implement and adhere to all policies, procedures, and/or legal and program commitments to consumers as required by the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services, ASI and other state agencies and federal agencies.Assist guardians, parents and other people in understanding and working towards implementing normalization/person-centered-planning principles in contact with consumer.Report and immediately respond to any violation of individuals' rights directly to the Executive Director or designee. Participates in investigations as directed by the Executive Director or designee.Attend in-service training, seminars or other opportunities for professional development as made available by the Agency. Provide training for Agency personnel as required. Actively participates in staff meeting, trainings, etc.Has thorough working knowledge of Agency polices and procedures.Other duties as assigned by the Residential Manager, or from the upper management team.EVALUATIONS:The Assistant Residential Manager is evaluated by the Residential Manager, three (3) months and six (6) months from date in position and annually thereafter.(Please note the intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this position. The Assistant Residential Manager may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.)Shifts as Follows:Friday 1 pm - 9 pm Saturday 4 pm - 12 am Sunday OFF Monday OFF Tuesday 4 pm - 12 am Wednesday 4 pm - 12 am Thursday 4 pm - 12 am

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