On-Site Supervisor in Training

Marcfirst; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO & holidays

Job summary

Lifelong Access is seeking an On-Site Supervisor in Training to support CILA management and perform Direct Support Professional duties. The role starts at $20.75 per hour with a $0.50/hour pay increase after med authorization training.

This full-time position involves assisting individuals with daily living, transportation, documentation, and medication administration under guidance, in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Some relevant experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Management and/or supervision experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated desire to help individuals with disabilities and maintain dignity.
• Must demonstrate integrity, trustworthiness, and reliability.
• CPR/First Aid certification is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform On-Site Supervisor management responsibilities as assigned by supervisors and program director.
• Assist individuals with personal care and daily living activities as outlined in the PCP.
• Support household management to maximize independence including meals, laundry, cleaning, and budgeting.
• Help develop friendships, social relationships, and community participation.
• Assist in PCP planning, documentation, and reporting as required.
• Transport individuals to appointments and activities and assist with medications when trained.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Integrity

Attention to detail

Communication

CPR/First Aid

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our mission at Lifelong Access is to connect individuals with developmental disabilities to their community by helping them break down barriers through a lifetime of meaningful supports. From birth to end of life, Lifelong Access provides a continuum of services and supports for families, children, teens, and adults including residential housing, vocational development, supported employment, high school transition, behavioral health counseling and services, and a wide variety of pediatric therapy supports. Guided by our Core Values, our team members have a strong drive and big hearts for improving the lives of others; a place where we support each other and the individuals who put their trust in us.

On-Site Supervisor in Training

to train with and assist the On-Site Supervisors with CILA (Community Integrated Living Arrangement) management responsibilities while also performing the duties of a Direct Support Professional (DSP).

Starting Hourly Wage: $20.75 (plus $0.50/hour pay increase once med authorization training is completed)

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Primary responsibilities:

• Perform On-Site Supervisor management responsibilities as assigned by the On-Site Supervisor and/or program Director.
• Assistindividualsupported with personal care, including, but not limited to, bathing, changing, feeding, dressing, and toileting as outlined in the PCP (Person Centered Plan).
• Assist each supported individual with household management to maximize their skills, abilities, and independence. This includes, but is not limited to, meal preparation, laundry, cleaning, and budgeting.
• Support the individual in the development of friendships, social relationships, and other natural support systems, and encourage community participation.
• Foster skill-building and work toward individual supported goals as outlined in the PCP/Implementation Strategy.
• Participate in the PCP planning process.
• Transport supported individuals to appointments, recreational events, emergency room visits and other outings reflected on the calendar.
• Dispense medications as instructed, but only If trained and authorized to perform this responsibility.
• Ensure client safety and maintain a safe environment.
• Provide support through CPR/First Aid if necessary.
• Complete daily site documentation in a timely manner.
• Provide timely reporting to OIG and OIG liaison for situations that may arise per required training.
• Complete and maintain all required training such as, basic health and safety, behavioral training, medication administration, CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) and agency assigned training as it pertains to individuals we support.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Some relevant experience supporting individualswith developmental disabilities in a work and/or volunteer capacity
• Management and/or supervision experience preferred
• Demonstrated desire to make a difference in the lives ofindividuals with disabilities
• Attention to detail, especially when adhering to specific protocols and rules while carefully following instructions to care for the needs of the individual supported
• Must demonstrate a high level of Integrity to ensure individuals supportedto feel safe,comfortable, and treated with dignity when tending to personal activities such asbathing assistance and toileting
• Must demonstrate a high level of trustworthiness and reliability
• Strong interpersonal skills when working with co-workers and supported individuals,including demonstrating compassion and sensitivity to a supported individual’s emotional needs when they arein extreme distress or pain
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Illinois driver’s license with safe driving record
• Current proof of automobile insurance

Working Conditions:

The working environment for this job is a changing one that adjusts to the needs of the individuals supported. The environment may at times be fast paced with interruptions, distractions, and deadlines. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be required to work evenings and/or weekends to accommodate the needs of individuals being supported.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee will also frequently need to converse with adults – some who might be difficult to understand. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, bend, push, pull, reach, and walk for periods of time. Must occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision.

Here are some of the benefits we will offer you:

• Supportive, positive, and friendly team environment
• Professional development, training, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible schedule options
• Comprehensive benefit plans
• Generous paid time off including vacation, personal time, and holidays
• Read more in our Employment Brochure

Equal Opportunity Employer