Shift Supervisor (Part Time) - Astoria - Residential Group Home

Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC), Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 97,337 - 102,194; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off policy

403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match

Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability

Job summary

Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC), Inc. seeks a dedicated Shift Supervisor in Dubai to maintain a supportive environment for individuals with Autism. Responsibilities include supervising staff, implementing treatment plans, and providing hands-on support. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, relevant certifications, and experience with I/DD populations. Benefits include medical insurance, generous paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement. Join us to make a difference!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• AMAP, First Aid, CPR, and SCIP-R certifications required or aptitude to obtain upon hire.
• 1–2 years of OPWDD experience.
• Experience working with I/DD populations.
• Maintain a clean and valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Direct Support Professionals to ensure program goals.
• Implement and adhere to treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on supervision of individuals with Autism.
• Schedule staff at the residence.
• Transport residents in agency vehicles as needed.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Ability to lift individuals

Ability to run

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

AMAP certification

First Aid certification

CPR certification

SCIP-R certification

Job description

The dedicated and collaborative Shift Supervisor is responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth and facilitates the development of mutual aid/self‑help skills with the people we support. The ideal candidate will supervise staff and provide the appropriate supports tailored to the needs and desires of each person being supported to enable them to live as independently as possible.

The Shift Supervisor is expected to recognize when an individual is in a crisis and be able to utilize the appropriate psychiatric and medical backup services.

The salary range for this position is $19.24 - $20.20 hourly

Program Operations

• Ensure program goals are implemented by Direct Support Professionals
• Implement and adhere to established treatment plans
• Provide hands‑on supervision of individuals with Autism, including implementation of behavior goals and behavior plans
• Maintain client’s personal allowance accounts
• Schedule staff at the residence
• Coordinate shopping and proper meal distribution
• Maintain correspondence with Nurse and Medical Coordinator to ensure appropriate medical appointments are made and occur
• Coordinate recreational goals
• Maintain all required certifications

Transportation / Administration

• Transport residents in agency vehicles as needed
• Report issues regarding vehicles to supervisor
• Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays when necessary
• Maintain individual/family confidentiality
• Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management

Work Experience & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
• AMAP, First Aid, CPR, and SCIP‑R certifications required or aptitude to obtain upon hire
• Demonstrate patience, ability to learn, and utilize systematic procedures in order to enhance individual’s independence and quality of life
• 1–2 years of OPWDD experience
• Experience working with Intellectual Developmental Disabled (I/DD) populations
• Maintain a clean and valid Driver’s License required
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items
• Ability to run when needed
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served
• Punctuality and regular attendance is expected

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with very low out‑of‑pocket costs (for FT staff)
• Medical can be as low as $10 dollars per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage (for FT staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) – start with 24 days annually
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
• 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match (for FT staff)
• Opportunities for career advancement

QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.