Welcome to Rise Life Services!
RISE Life Services (an Aid to the Developmentally Disabled Company) provides a residential and supported living environment dedicated to empowering people with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges to RISE to their full potential. Our core values of quality, dignity, and respect serve as our guiding principles in everything we do.
Among our finest assets is our dedicated workforce; a diverse, knowledge-based team of professionals committed to offering the highest quality of services that are compassionately delivered and responsive to the needs of the individuals we serve and their families.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which may include the following:
- $3,500 Dollar Sign-On Bonus
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance - Premier and nationally recognized providers
- Vacation/Personal/Sick Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Education Assistance
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Referral Bonus
- Local company discounts
- Professional Development & Training opportunities
About Our Program
The Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA) Program operates 12 residential homes that caters to adults who are diagnosed with moderate to severe developmental disabilities. The hallmark of the IRA program is our People-Centered Approach, where the individual is the primary decision maker regarding their life and treatment. Our residents go on outings, play sports, conduct household chores, work and have fun!
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Residential Manager, the Assistant Residential Manager will be responsible for implementing the activities of the co-ed community residence.
- Oversees team supervision of Direct Support Professionals
- Leads case management and coordination of services to residents
- Facilitates resident orientation and participate in the development of service plans
- Provides informal situational counseling to residents
- Ensures that the house, vehicles, and grounds are safe and well maintained
- Administrative duties as assigned, including maintenance of resident and case records
- Responds to emergencies and unforeseen circumstances
- Must be available on an on-call basis as needed for consultation and relief
This is a full-time position located in Greenport, NY - flexibility needed for schedule.
Required Qualifications
- 2 years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid NYS Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications
- BA/BS Degree
- Previous experience in the field
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Proficiency in computer skills including MS Word, Excel & Outlook
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Highly organized and detail oriented, including time management
Rise Life Services is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
