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Special education school with integrated therapies

Program Supervisor

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeManhattan, New York, NY, USA$66.3k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Prior supervisory experience is required.
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Well-developed writing skills are required.
  • The ability to take initiative is required.
  • A highly flexible personality is required.
  • Flexibility to respond to calls and programmatic needs beyond regular work hours is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
  • The ability to learn and use Workforce Management software to carry out essential business processes is required.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the health, safety, and habilitation of the people supported in accordance with agency philosophy and department practices.
  • Ensure the appropriately therapeutically documented level of supervision in residences, day programs, or the community to protect the health and safety of the people supported.
  • Provide program or floor coverage when necessary.
  • Promote and maintain program excellence.
  • Develop professional, empathic relationships with family members and include them in the team process.
  • Lead and facilitate interdisciplinary team and staff meetings to ensure effective communication.
  • Attend regional, agency supervisor, and planning meetings as directed.
  • Foster interagency collaboration.
  • Maintain a work environment free from harassment and discrimination.
  • Participate actively in the hiring process by interviewing and selecting staff based on program needs.
  • Maintain direct relationships with staff and build staff morale.
  • Foster professional development through regular supervision, training, and evaluations.
  • Supervise staff to ensure they meet the needs of the people supported and agency standards.
  • Use participatory management and foster the Open-Door Policy.
  • Maintain oversight and compliance of systems specific to the role and responsibilities.
  • Maintain professional communication among program staff, agency personnel, and external supports.
  • Oversee financial systems, maintain records for the people supported and track program expenditures.
  • Operate the program within budgetary guidelines.
  • Maintain a safe environment and report hazardous conditions.
  • Ensure completion and maintenance of paperwork and written records related to individual treatment, including medical records, treatment records, progress reports, data collection, behavior reports, incident reports, billing records, and written communications.
  • Report and monitor incidents and assist with investigations.

Desired Qualifications

  • A BA/BS degree is strongly preferred.
  • Prior Direct Support Professional experience is preferred.
  • Background supporting people with intellectual or developmental disabilities or mental health conditions is preferred.
  • A valid driver's license is preferred depending on location.

About the Company

Yai

Special education school with integrated therapies

Manhattan Star Academy is a private, non-profit day school serving ages 3–21 with developmental needs, offering preschool through upper school under the YAI Network. It combines academics with comprehensive therapies (occupational, physical, speech-language, counseling) delivered during the school day, using a developmentally based, Montessori-inspired approach in small classes. The campus uses sensory-friendly facilities and technology such as smart boards and iPads to support learning and track progress, and it runs a transition program with vocational training and internships. Its differentiators are the integrated therapy model, a specialized environment for neuro-developmental disabilities, and a clear path from early education to post-secondary readiness with individualized support.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Seed
Total funding
$330K
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2023

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