{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5123c744cd3cfc5fe36cceb6","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5123c744cd3cfc5fe36cceb6","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5123c744cd3cfc5fe36cceb6","title":"Assistant Manager","description":"SCHEDULE (20 hours DSP, 20 hours Admin)\nMONDAY - FRIDAY 2PM - 6PM + 20 hours of Admin\nDESCRIPTION:\nProvide direct shift supervision of staff and assist the manager in ensuring that all individuals served are integrated into the community, and receive necessary supports in order to be active in their chosen environments. These supports will be provided according to their personal preferences and in accordance with MidState Arc, Inc. policies and with State/Federal mandated laws, policies and regulations.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\nEngage with individuals within their residence providing support to lead as independent lives as possible\nProven skills related to a challenging environment.\nAbility to problem solve and to handle crisis situations\nMust demonstrate ability to work independently, without supervision, and as a team member.\nMust demonstrate commitment to selfdetermination and advocacy.\nMaintain confidentiality as mandated by HIPAA regulations.\nFlexibility with respect to hours of work and changing conditions\nProvide direct supervision of staff, serves as a mentor, and guide best practices for individuals serves.\nPerformance should adhere and meet the mission, goals and objectives of Midstate Arc\nAssure individualized program plans and data are maintained\nProvides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their;\nAssist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities.\nDevelop a relationship with individuals served that promotes their best interests, assists in achieving their goals and supports an independence in their lives.\nReports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.\nResponsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles.\nPlan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management.\nOversees individual’s fiscal management in accordance to Agency/Residential policies.\nProvide training and assistance to individuals in making healthy dietary choices, and following any preestablished order by medical professionals.\nMaintains open communication and cooperative work effort with direct care professionals to ensure quality and continuity of support to individuals served.\nAssure staff are meeting training requirements and certifications as required.\nEnsures that individuals exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted without due process.\nWorks cooperatively within the team setting with local and state service providers ensuring selfdetermination of the individuals served.\nWorks under the manager to oversee program/residential operations and to assure compliance with all agency, local, state and federal regulations (including licensing and other inspections conducted by funding sources).\nEstablishes and works cooperatively with all agency and community contacts\nProvides mentoring for staff in all areas of service delivery, including but not limited to interactions, communication, networking and supports.\nRotating on call responsibilities with manager.\nManagerial oversight as part of the staffing compliment to ensure the quality of the services being provided. Key areas of focus include the implementation of programs/teaching strategies, data collection adherence, and supervision guideline adherence\nMaintains effective communication and reporting to both the manager and director on a regular basis.\nEnsure all staff are abiding by the protocols and polices set forth by DDS, the agency and the Individuals Plans/Guidelines.\nOversee staff shift duties as it relates to the residents, emergency situation, facility maintenance, sanitation, documentation and resident accountability.\nAssist in ensuring new staff complete new hire training\nPerforms other duties as assigned/designated by the manager/director level\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\nLifting a minimum of 50 pounds\nStanding, bending, twisting neck, waist, lifting, pushing and pulling (e.g. wheelchairs), driving, walking\nPhysical Management Techniques (PMT) to support behavioral needs\nAdminister CPR/1st Aid whenever necessary\nDaily computer and written documentation required\nTransferring individuals from: (with or without medical lifts) to bed to floor/wheelchair, floor/wheelchair to bed, in and out of shower/bath, into and out of vehicles\nAssisting individuals with bathing/showering, changing individual’s briefs,\nHousecleaning duties, e.g. laundry, vacuuming, cleaning showers, tubs, dishes, taking out garbage\nPreparing meals\nConducting required evacuation drills, earthquake training, and other safety training\nAssisting with hand washing, changing soiled clothing, brushing teeth, assisting with bathroom responsibilities.\nREQUIREMENTS:\nAssociate’s degree in related field and 2 years of experience in mental health, behavioral strategies and interventions, developmental disability, and autism required. Two years of prior supervisory experience required. 5 years of experience in mental health or human service field may be substituted for education requirement. Proof of valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing. Must have or obtain CPR, first aid, Med Cert, PMT and all other training requirements","company":"Midstate Arc","rawCompany":"midstate arc","city":"Morris","state":"CT","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T22:49:03.216Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"39-1022.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-personal-service-workers"},{"code":"21-1093.00","title":"Social and Human Service Assistants","slug":"social-and-human-service-assistants"}],"industries":[{"code":"623990","title":"Other Residential Care Facilities","slug":"other-residential-care-facilities"},{"code":"624120","title":"Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities","slug":"services-for-the-elderly-and-persons-with-disabilities"},{"code":"623312","title":"Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly","slug":"assisted-living-facilities-for-the-elderly"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Assistant Manager","description":"SCHEDULE (20 hours DSP, 20 hours Admin)\nMONDAY - FRIDAY 2PM - 6PM + 20 hours of Admin\nDESCRIPTION:\nProvide direct shift supervision of staff and assist the manager in ensuring that all individuals served are integrated into the community, and receive necessary supports in order to be active in their chosen environments. These supports will be provided according to their personal preferences and in accordance with MidState Arc, Inc. policies and with State/Federal mandated laws, policies and regulations.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\nEngage with individuals within their residence providing support to lead as independent lives as possible\nProven skills related to a challenging environment.\nAbility to problem solve and to handle crisis situations\nMust demonstrate ability to work independently, without supervision, and as a team member.\nMust demonstrate commitment to selfdetermination and advocacy.\nMaintain confidentiality as mandated by HIPAA regulations.\nFlexibility with respect to hours of work and changing conditions\nProvide direct supervision of staff, serves as a mentor, and guide best practices for individuals serves.\nPerformance should adhere and meet the mission, goals and objectives of Midstate Arc\nAssure individualized program plans and data are maintained\nProvides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their;\nAssist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities.\nDevelop a relationship with individuals served that promotes their best interests, assists in achieving their goals and supports an independence in their lives.\nReports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.\nResponsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles.\nPlan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management.\nOversees individual’s fiscal management in accordance to Agency/Residential policies.\nProvide training and assistance to individuals in making healthy dietary choices, and following any preestablished order by medical professionals.\nMaintains open communication and cooperative work effort with direct care professionals to ensure quality and continuity of support to individuals served.\nAssure staff are meeting training requirements and certifications as required.\nEnsures that individuals exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted without due process.\nWorks cooperatively within the team setting with local and state service providers ensuring selfdetermination of the individuals served.\nWorks under the manager to oversee program/residential operations and to assure compliance with all agency, local, state and federal regulations (including licensing and other inspections conducted by funding sources).\nEstablishes and works cooperatively with all agency and community contacts\nProvides mentoring for staff in all areas of service delivery, including but not limited to interactions, communication, networking and supports.\nRotating on call responsibilities with manager.\nManagerial oversight as part of the staffing compliment to ensure the quality of the services being provided. Key areas of focus include the implementation of programs/teaching strategies, data collection adherence, and supervision guideline adherence\nMaintains effective communication and reporting to both the manager and director on a regular basis.\nEnsure all staff are abiding by the protocols and polices set forth by DDS, the agency and the Individuals Plans/Guidelines.\nOversee staff shift duties as it relates to the residents, emergency situation, facility maintenance, sanitation, documentation and resident accountability.\nAssist in ensuring new staff complete new hire training\nPerforms other duties as assigned/designated by the manager/director level\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\nLifting a minimum of 50 pounds\nStanding, bending, twisting neck, waist, lifting, pushing and pulling (e.g. wheelchairs), driving, walking\nPhysical Management Techniques (PMT) to support behavioral needs\nAdminister CPR/1st Aid whenever necessary\nDaily computer and written documentation required\nTransferring individuals from: (with or without medical lifts) to bed to floor/wheelchair, floor/wheelchair to bed, in and out of shower/bath, into and out of vehicles\nAssisting individuals with bathing/showering, changing individual’s briefs,\nHousecleaning duties, e.g. laundry, vacuuming, cleaning showers, tubs, dishes, taking out garbage\nPreparing meals\nConducting required evacuation drills, earthquake training, and other safety training\nAssisting with hand washing, changing soiled clothing, brushing teeth, assisting with bathroom responsibilities.\nREQUIREMENTS:\nAssociate’s degree in related field and 2 years of experience in mental health, behavioral strategies and interventions, developmental disability, and autism required. Two years of prior supervisory experience required. 5 years of experience in mental health or human service field may be substituted for education requirement. Proof of valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing. Must have or obtain CPR, first aid, Med Cert, PMT and all other training requirements","datePosted":"2026-08-04T22:49:03.216Z","dateModified":"2026-08-04T22:49:03.216Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Midstate Arc","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Morris","addressRegion":"CT","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"5123c744cd3cfc5fe36cceb6"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5123c744cd3cfc5fe36cceb6"}}