***NEW AND EXCITING NEWS! Hawthorne Foundation Inc. has implemented a generous SIGN-ON BONUS of $1500 for new full-time employees!*** • $750– on completion of 3 months of employment • $750 -on completion of 6 months of employment Organization Profile: Hawthorne Foundation Inc. serves children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our educational, vocational and life skills programs are only a few of the programs available. We also offer parent training, recreational activities and crisis intervention. Vision Statement: To be a regional leader in advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through innovative instruction and supports grounded in applied behavior analysis and person-centered practices. Mission Statement: Advancing opportunities for people with autism and other developmental disabilities through person-centered, evidence-based practices that strengthen skills, promote autonomy, and support meaningful participation in their communities. Job Responsibilities (Assistant to Residential Manager): Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Human Services field preferred. • Two years of supervisory experience (in a residential setting) preferred. • Work experience in the field of developmental disabilities. • Valid New York driver’s license. • Strong written communication skills (English). Specific Responsibilities: • Assist House Manager in supervising and coordinating efforts of staff assigned to the house. • Participate in the screening of applicants. • Assist on performance evaluations of staff job performance • Make recommendations for staff promotions, terminations and change of positions. • Assist with staff training sessions which include, but are not limited to, in-service training, specific program training to assist the staff in serving the residents more effectively, etc. • Assist the House Manager in developing and maintaining staff schedules and staff assignment sheets. • Attend weekly staff meetings (and chair the meetings in the absence of the House Manager), which provides a forum for: • Staff concerns, suggestions, and comments. • Communication between all staff responsible to provide care for resident. • Ensure accurate and timely completion of residential reports and attend team meetings when necessary. • Supervise staff performance during programming and recreational activities, and recommend training or corrective action as needed. • Ensure that data is taken correctly and entered into Therap every day, (MARs, T-logs, GERs, etc.) program procedures are being followed correctly and AMAP staff are following all necessary policies and procedures. • General Responsibilities • Participates in In-service Training • Becoming certified in CPR and First Aid within three months of employment. • Becomes Medication Administration Certified within six months of employment. • Becomes certified in SCIP within three months of employment. • Ensures that training in all areas remain valid as as mandated by regulations and agency policies. • Directly responsible for the health, safety and welfare of all residents. • Assumes additional responsibilities as necessary. • Participates in Agency committees as needed. • Resident Care • Promote and ensure a clean, home-like environment for all residents. • Assists residents with all ADLs (showering, dressing, toileting, feeding etc.) and with cooking, cleaning, laundry, and completes regular housework when residents are not able to do so. • In the absence of the House Manger, acts as a liaison person between contracted services and the agency, facilitating prompt correction of any and all deficiencies present in the physical environment. • Develops and exhibits acceptable standards of a group home-like environment which conveys acceptable behavior toward the residents that will allow for maximum potential of self esteem, community integration, productivity and independent living skills. • Ensures compliance with Federal, State, local regulations, Agency policies and procedures. • Develops and maintains records of emergency evacuations (fire drills) in accordance with state and federal regulations. • Escorts residents to medical appointments, ensures follow-up medical appointments are scheduled and reports this information, as well as changes to medication or other orders, in writing to Manager and Nurse immediately after appointment. • Uploads all medical consults and other medical documentation to Therap within 24 hours of appointment and files paper copy in resident’s binder. • *MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION BENEFITS *RETIREMENT PLAN* EDUCATION INCENTIVES*LIFE INSURANCE/AD&D*403B PLANS *PAID VACATION, HOLIDAY & SICK TIME FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES. #ZR