Assistant Program Director (APM) - Residential Care -Cheshire/Prospect in Cheshire

Assistant Program Manager – Residential Care

We are searching for a highly committed, dependable, and experienced direct support professional with a proven record in human services or a related field, ready for more responsibilities. If you have served as a leader, role model, or assistant manager in this field before, you clearly understand the job. Residential management is challenging yet extremely rewarding for the special individuals and families we serve. If you desire to join a mission‑based organization and are friendly, compassionate, and genuinely care for and appreciate people, this might be the right opportunity for you.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Maintain integrity, commitment, responsibility, and attention to detail while managing daily program assignments and compliance with state licensing regulations.
• Work collaboratively with another Assistant Program Manager and the Program Manager in a team environment.
• Provide care and supervision for 12‑15 staff members, serving as a coach and mentor.
• Support management in programmatic, medical, financial, recreational, and facility needs.
• Adapt to a 24‑hour care schedule with on‑call rotation; utilize an electronic scheduling system for quick communication.
• Seek personal development, ask questions, and demonstrate flexibility and overtime availability.

Required Certifications

• State Medication Administration Certification
• First Aid for Accidents
• CPR – Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
• PMT – Physical Management Techniques
• Previous supervisory experience in human services, especially with ID/DD individuals

Schedule

This is an hourly role within a three‑person rotation, offering set shifts and real‑time scheduling via an electronic dashboard. Managers coordinate opens, swaps, and time‑off using the system.

Benefits

• Meaningful, life‑changing careers
• Competitive pay and holiday compensation
• Pleasant, supportive atmosphere in a casual environment
• Paid time off and medical health benefits (100% employer paid for workers; 50% for dependents)
• Salary‑based life insurance, HSA, FSA, and supplemental benefit plans
• 401(k) employee retirement plans and referral incentive plan
• Opportunities for overtime

Why Join Our Team

GIL Foundation has served the community for over 35 years, providing quality care for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism. We value teamwork, promotion of excellence, and genuine commitment to nonprofit service. Joining our team means working in an environment that honors dedication and facilitates personal growth.