Full-Time

Assistant Supervisor

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Yai

Yai

51-200 employees

Special education school with integrated therapies

Compensation Overview

$23.10/hr

Kingston, NY, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or another human service-related field is required.
  • At least two years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs is required.
  • The position requires the physical capabilities and other qualifications applicable to the assigned function or contract, including those established by relevant regulations.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving, communication, and creativity skills are desired.
  • Knowledge of using creative arts for therapeutic purposes is desired.
  • Exceptional time-management skills are desired.
  • The ability to take initiative is desired.
  • A highly flexible personality is desired.
Responsibilities
  • Provide the therapeutically documented level of consumer supervision necessary to protect consumer health and safety, using the maximum level of supervision when the required level is unclear.
  • Use the administrative call list to report concerns about consumer health and safety.
  • Provide direct care services, including counseling, treatment-plan implementation, activities of daily living training, personal care assistance, and support for medical, dietary, social, sexual, recreational, financial, and habilitative needs.
  • Ensure that consumers receive the supervision required while eating and that food is prepared according to individualized dietary and feeding instructions.
  • Plan, prepare, and implement recreational and leisure activities inside and outside the residence.
  • Ensure consumer health and safety in the community, including preventing wandering and assisting consumers in navigating their surroundings.
  • Ensure that consumers receive ongoing medical care and respond to medical emergencies by helping them obtain appropriate treatment.
  • Complete and maintain medical records, treatment records, progress reports, data collection, behavior reports, incident reports, billing records, log notes, and other written communication records.
  • Report lateness or inability to work a shift before the shift begins and maintain minimum program coverage.
  • Maintain the residence through cleaning, upkeep, and general household care.
  • Communicate pertinent consumer, family, staff, and facility information effectively between team members and shifts using in-house communication systems.
  • Sign in and out, remain in the program until relieved, and report any failure to maintain minimum coverage.
  • Provide the required supervision and facility checks for consumers during sleeping hours and document those checks when required.
  • Provide leadership during the shift and ensure that staff follow the Ten Performance Standards.
  • Train new staff on Level 1 competencies using the EMOE training system and New Staff Training Flow Sheet, and ensure that staff are van certified.
  • Plan evening and weekend recreational activities and weekend logistics, including adequate coverage and information for weekend staff.
  • Oversee weekend, overnight, and ancillary staff; provide regular supervision, required training, ongoing feedback, and written annual evaluations.
  • Assist the residence supervisor with facility maintenance, including supervising the cook/housekeeper, conducting monthly maintenance checks, submitting maintenance requests, and ensuring preventative maintenance procedures are followed.
  • Assist the residence supervisor with the program budget, particularly recreation, food, household, and maintenance budget lines.
  • Oversee fire, safety, and emergency procedures, including staff training, recurring training, equipment checks, fire drills, and required documentation.
  • Review, monitor, and maintain all records.
  • Assist the residence supervisor with consumer and program financial records, including petty cash and financial ledgers.
  • Ensure adequate program coverage and maintain the personnel budget.
  • Attend the monthly Assistant Supervisor Meeting.
  • Provide leadership when working with families and community members and at team meetings, team-building efforts, fundraising efforts, special events, holiday planning, Dinner Dance, CPC, and family events.
  • Act as supervisor when the residence supervisor is absent and make responsible decisions according to agency policies and procedures.
  • Perform current responsibilities and additional responsibilities that may change to meet department needs under supervisor or manager direction.

Yai's Manhattan Star Academy (MSA) is a private, non-profit day school within the YAI Network that serves students aged 3 to 21 with developmental disabilities. It combines academics with therapies (occupational, physical, speech, counseling) in a Montessori-inspired, developmentally based curriculum, using small classes and sensory-friendly facilities with technology to track progress. The school includes a transition and vocational program to prepare students for life after graduation. Its differentiators are the integrated therapeutic model, a specialized environment for neuro-developmental needs, and a continuous education path from early years through post-secondary readiness.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$330K

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2023

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What believers are saying

  • STAR supported six students in its first year, showing demand for transition services.
  • YAI expanded MSA’s Upper School, signaling ongoing enrollment and program investment.
  • Community internships and podcasts strengthen employability, communication, and family appeal.

What critics are saying

  • YAI warned 2026 Medicaid cuts and flat state budgets squeeze provider wages.
  • Ninety percent of disability providers reported staffing shortages in 2025, pressuring MSA staffing.
  • If Medicaid rates stay inadequate, YAI’s school and adult-services model strains financially.

What makes Yai unique

  • MSA serves ages 3-21 with integrated academics, therapies, and transition programming.
  • STAR launched in July 2025, adding person-centered vocational and community learning.
  • YAI’s Upper School at 150 Amsterdam Avenue expands capacity for older students.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

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