What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Group Home Supervisor (DSP Background) position at UCP Central PA?
Overview
Residential Group Home Supervisor (DSP Background)
- Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, one late shift (10:00 am – 6:00 pm) each week *on-call responsibilities
- Must be available for on call and live within reasonable proximity to the home
- Location: Harrisburg, PA
- Pay: $23.00 per hour, up to $24.00 per hour with NADSP Frontline Supervisor certification
What We’re Looking For:
- Minimum of 1 year of previous Direct Support Professional (DSP) or job-related experience expected; 2 years preferred.
- Knowledge of applicable compliance regulations (i.e., Chapter 51, 2380, 6400)
- Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred
- A valid driver’s license and 6 months driving experience
- Access to a vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
- A High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate
- A team player who can be flexible with their schedule
- Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand the English language
As a Residential Group Home Supervisor, you’ll support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living safe, fulfilling, and independent lives. You’ll ensure individuals receive consistent, person-centered care while leading Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the home to create a stable, meaningful living environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Build strong, respectful relationships with the individuals you support and coach staff on how to do the same.
- Lead and support Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to ensure daily supports help individuals grow skills, build confidence, and gain independence.
- Oversee daily program operations to make sure goals, outcomes, and quality standards are met.
- Coordinate and supervise medical care, including scheduling appointments, arranging transportation, and ensuring staff follow all medical recommendations.
- Ensure the home is safe, clean, and compliant, guiding staff on safety expectations, monitoring maintenance needs, and submitting repair requests when needed.
- Create and monitor individualized goal plans, working with staff to teach life skills and adjusting plans as individuals’ needs change.
- Partner with individuals, staff, families, and outside providers to ensure consistent, person-centered care.
- Model Servant Leadership, supporting staff, solving problems, and creating a positive, respectful team environment.
- Support, engage, and motivate staff, using coaching and leadership strategies to strengthen teamwork and improve both employee and individual satisfaction.
Why UCP?
- Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals
- Paid training and certifications including; CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration
- Opportunities for advancement through our Pathfinder Program or within our growing organization
- Same day pay available through Tapcheck
- Comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and more
- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
- Inclusive culture that values feedback, individuality, and employee recognition
- Refer & earn $1,000
Join Our Team!
Change lives. Including your own – Apply today.
UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org.
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