Assistant Manager Community Habilitation

Birch Family Services is a leading provider of education, employment, and community support services for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities and their families in New York City. Every year, the organization supports more than 2,000 people across 31 locations in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. From preschool to graduation, employment, housing, and beyond, Birch Family Services provides fully integrated programs and services to support individuals in achieving their goals across their lifetime.

Description

The Primary responsibilities of the Community Habilitation Assistant Manager includes supporting the Community Habilitation Program Manager in assuring appropriate coverage & staff assignments at all times to maintain a safe and secure environment for the individuals. Developing Community Habilitation staff action plans and review on a semiannual basis in accordance with regulations. Plan and provide on-going supervision of Com Hab Counselors through staff meetings and individual and/or monthly meetings.

Responsibilities

• Schedules Community Habilitation Counselors assuring appropriate coverage & staff assignments at all times.
• Assist in Development and preparation of Community Habilitation goal plans.
• Keeps appropriate staff informed of the relevant information and incidents.
• Provides on-going support of Com Hab Counselors.
• Demonstrates knowledge of OPWDD rules and regulations.
• Provide support to the Community Habilitation Program Manager as needed.
• Providing coverage for Community Habilitation individuals by working with them on a 1 to 1 basis.
• Other responsibilities as designated necessary by your Supervisor, Director or the Executive Director.
• Will be assigned a caseload to work with individuals to provide com hab goals outlined in the staff action plan.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of residential experience and/or experience implementing a community-based program with individuals with a developmental disability.
• Previous Com Hab Experience Preferred
• High School Diploma
• NYS Driver's License
• Reliable car to transport individuals served regularly.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Community Habilitation: 3 years (Preferred)

EEO Statement

Birch Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Birch Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Birch Family Services expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Birch Family Services’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.