Assistant Residential Manager - Adult Residential Services

Job Category :
Direct Care

Requisition Number : ASSIS
005594

• Posted :
  October 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $24 USD to $26.40 USD
• Rate : $24 USD per hour

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Commack, NY 11725, USA

Full-Time, Hourly $24.00 - $26.40/hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available:

• Mon/Tues: 7 - 10 am/2 - 9 pm, Wed: 7 am - 3 pm, Sun 9 am - 9 pm (40 hours/week)

About Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace.

Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach .

The Role: As an Assistant Residential Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities while assisting in the day-to-day operations of a residential program. You will work closely with individuals and staff members, helping to ensure quality care and support services are provided, fostering independence, promoting well-being, and encouraging community inclusion. In this role, you will also assist with staff supervision, scheduling, program operations, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment for both residents and team members.

This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships, provide leadership support, and make a tangible difference. This position requires a valid NYS Driver’s License for 18+ months with a clean driving history and successful completion of Brightway’s Transportation Orientation and one year of DSP experience.

What You Bring To Brightway Living & Learning:

• High School Diploma
• One (1) year experience working with developmentally disabled adults, required.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and approved to drive by Brightway's Transportation Department
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for daily supervision of staff activities and creating a comprehensive daily schedule for each shift. Knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise.
• AMAP Certification - Obtain within the first 90 days in position and keep current.
• Train and supervise new staff to work with individual(s) served and ensure active treatment for the shift you supervise.
• Assist Program Manager with solving staff issues, disputes, and completing required paperwork.
• Instruction and documentation of formal goals and protocols in accordance with the CFA/ILife Plan/Staff Action Plan.
• Implementation of Behavior Plans and all other components of the annual plan.
• Evaluate (monthly) progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained. Write Monthly Summaries.
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments. Ensure staffing and completion of medical appointments.
• Ensure completion of documentation, including incident reports, SCIP-R reports, body checks, logs, etc.
• Participate in the development and revisions of formal goals, protocols, and Behavior Plans
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings as…