Day Habilitation and Respite Manager

What You’ll Do

As the Day Habilitation (DayHab) and Respite Manager at Easterseals New York (ESNY), in collaboration with the Recreation Coordinator, you will oversee the daily operations of the OPWDD Home and Community-Based Services Respite and Day Habilitation programs. Your primary responsibilities include ensuring the safety and well-being of all program participants and monitoring the implementation and documentation of Staff Action Plans. You will lead a team of respite providers and the DayHab Assistant Manager, ensuring that all activities align with ESNY policies, OPWDD regulations, and applicable State and Federal laws.

Your responsibilities will include:

Plan Oversight

• Implement and monitor IPOP’s, Life Plans, Staff Action Plans, and program goals to ensure alignment with participant needs and organizational standards.

Staffing Leadership

• Recruit, mentor, and supervise team members; delegate tasks, assess performance, and provide constructive feedback to support operational excellence.

Program Support

• Assist with treatment planning, coordinate community-based services, and design recreational activities that reflect participant interests and preferences.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate paper and digital records; ensure adherence to HIPAA and other applicable regulations; input and manage data within electronic systems.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Cultivate strong relationships with families and community organizations to enhance support services and promote collaborative care.

Behavioral Support

• Provide compassionate and professional services to individuals with complect behavioral challenges, fostering a safe and supportive environment.

Operational Coordination

• Oversee program budgets and materials; manage logistics and resources to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Residential Support

• Facilitate and coordinate residential intakes, transitions, and discharges; Maintain and obtain social services benefits for all residents (SSI, Medicaid, etc.); Communicate with OPWDD for residential needs.

You're a great fit for this role if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (strongly preferred); OR Associate's degree with at least three (3) years’ experience in the same field.
• At least three (3) years’ professional experience in a public or private organization in a leadership, coordination, or program management role.
• Proven ability to oversee and support service delivery in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Strong understanding of operational procedures, documentation practices, and service coordination.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in direct support is a plus.
• A valid driver’s license (required).

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $27 Per hour
• Benefits
  • Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Floating)
  • Retirement plan 403(b)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Life/Accident insurance
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Who We Are

The mission of Easterseals New York is to spread help, hope, and answers. We operate programs that enable people with special needs to achieve equality, dignity, and independence in their own communities. We provide exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities. We change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day. In Rochester, NY, we operate The Kessler Center, an approved private special education (853) school offering both residential (CRP) and day placements for students with developmental disabilities. The Kessler Center is an available option for school districts seeking an out-of-district placement for students who need an alternative educational path due to their developmental disabilities. The Kessler Center has broad expertise working with students across the entire range of developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, as well as with children who struggle with behavioral challenges. In addition to The Kessler Center, we operate a DayHab program and provide respite care.

Easterseals New York joined The Fedcap Group in 2015.    

Website: www.Easterseals.com/newyork

The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity.