MID LEVEL SHIFT SUPERVISOR

UCP Long Island; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick 

Paid Holidays

403B Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid On the job training: AMAP, SCIP,

CPR & First Aid, and Defensive Driving

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

UCP Long Island in Commack, NY is seeking an entry-level manager to supervise Direct Support Staff during shifts and ensure quality of care for residents with developmental or intellectual disabilities.

The role includes scheduling, record-keeping, ensuring safety, conducting drills, and upholding regulations. High school diploma and NYS driver's license required; management experience is preferred but not required. Benefits include medical, dental, paid time off and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED with two years of related care experience.
• Licensure: NYS Driver license (required) with one year driving experience.
• Management experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise up to 12 DSPs per shift and ensure quality of care.
• Schedule and assign staff to activities to promote independence.
• Maintain and post staff assignments and adjust for availability and needs.
• Keep records on time/attendance, performance, deficiencies and training needs.
• Ensure cleanliness and order in all areas of the residence.
• Conduct and record fire drills and evacuations.
• Treat staff with respect and maintain professional conduct; work as a team.
• Assist in implementing applicable regulations.

Skills

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Record keeping

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Commack, NY 11725

Salary Range: $21.50 - $22.79 per hour (with shift differentials)

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00am - 2:30pm

UCP Long Island is a not for profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud of our 75+ year history in creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities!

Apply today to become part of UCP's dynamic team at our 31-bed intermediate care facility in Commack. This is an entry-level management position caring for individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. Management experience preferred but not required.

General Purpose of the Job

• Supervise Direct Care Staff during shift assigned, while ensuring the quality of care and therapeutic interaction for all program participants.
• Schedule and assign direct care staff to specific activities in order to provide and encourage maximum independence in each person's activity, i.e., ADL, laundry, recreation, etc.
• Maintain and post scheduled assignments and adjust these assignments based on the availability of staff, as well as the abilities and the requirements of the individuals, i.e., seven days of cluster sheets, appointments, and recreation trips.
• Maintain appropriate staff records relating to time/attendance, level of performance, deficiencies, counseling sessions, training needs, etc.
• Ensure cleanliness and order in all areas, i.e., rooms, bathrooms, laundry room, day room, grounds of the residence.
• Conduct and record fire drills and evacuations.
• Relate to staff with respect and in a professional manner displaying tact, courtesy, self-control, discretion, and ability to work as a team.
• Be aware of regulations and assist in the implementation of all applicable regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises up to 12 DSPs per shift. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two (2) years of related experience in the care of developmentally/physically delayed children or adults. Management experience preferred but not required.

License

NYS Driver license plus 1 year licensed driving experience (Required)

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid On the job training: AMAP, SCIP, CPR & First Aid, and Defensive Driving
• Career Advancement Opportunities

UCP of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.