To provide overall supervision/oversight for residential units to ensure that the program is operated within regulatory and agency guidelines. To provide supervision and guidance to Direct Support Professionals; to ensure that staff are trained in accordance with OPWDD and agency regulations. To ensure that individual treatment plans are implemented.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop activities in and outside of the house.

Ensure consumer diet and nutrition in all aspects i.e., menu plans, weight records etc.

Monitoring consumer’s health through contact with physicians, dentists, and other treatment personnel

Ensures Consumer’s program plans are followed.

Responsible for hiring, training, evaluating and in conjunction with Director, terminating of staff for the house.

Responsible for supervision of all staff

Act as a resource to direct care staff.

Writes and conducts three-month performance review of new direct care staff and their formal written annual performance review.

Conducts weekly supervision with full-time direct care staff.

Participates in the monthly staff meetings.

Meets regularly with the Clinical Team to provide ongoing monitoring of progress of consumer programs and consumer progress.

Ensures that all staff receives the mandated in-service training.

Conducts orientation program for all new direct care staff.

Obtains and maintains AMAP/CPR/First Aid/SCIP-R certifications.

Provide Direct Care Services as needed.

A minimum of high school diploma or GED

A clean and valid NYS driver’s license preferred.

Experience working with people with developmental disabilities/traumatic brain injuries preferred.

Working knowledge of OPWDD regulations.

Familiarity with Justice Center requirements

Ability to handle emergencies in a professional manner.

Has a good attitude/team spirit?

A good role model for consumers

Demonstrates a high level of professionalism with co-workers and supervisors.

Demonstrates respect for individuals.

Demonstrates the ability to work as a team with co-workers.

Demonstrates respect for supervisors and a willingness to learn.

Maintains standard of high-quality work.

Maintains high quality productivity.

Demonstrates good judgment and decision-making.

SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,400.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 2 years (Required)
• Supervising: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• AMAP Certification (Required)
• SCIP Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person