Program Supervisor

CHD Brand; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental, Health and Life insurance

Paid time off

Earned vacation time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Center for Human Development (CHD) in Springfield, MA seeks an experienced Program Supervisor to lead staff in a residential group home for adults with developmental disabilities.

You'll support daily living activities, administer medications as needed, and advocate for individuals across community settings, focusing on independence and safety.

A Bachelor’s degree, MAP certification, CPR/First Aid, two years of supervisory experience, plus a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of supervisory experience with the population.
• MAP certification, CPR and First Aid current.
• Excellent oral and written communication; proficient with computers.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field required.
• Reliable automobile and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all staff to ensure service delivery.
• Supports clients' activities of daily living.
• Administers medications as needed.
• Advocates for individuals in community settings.
• Provides opportunities to enhance independence.
• Develops professional, supportive relationships with clients.
• Assess needs and encourage growth while monitoring safety.
• Provide thorough orientation for new staff.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication

Computer proficiency

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MAP certification

CPR and First Aid

Job description

The Center for Human Development - CHD, is currently seeking an experienced Program Supervisor to join our team in the Springfield, MA and surrounding towns. The Residential Supervisor works within the Agency’s team model, establishing open communication, support and accountability among co-workers. Our team works in a supportive residential environment for developmentally disabled adults living in a community-based group home.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises all full or part-time staff to ensure appropriate service delivery
• Supporting clients' activities of daily living,
• Administering medications as needed,
• Advocating for individuals' within various community settings,
• Providing opportunities to optimize their independence
• Develop professional and supportive relationships with clients and provide informal counseling and guidance with a person-centered focus.
• Interacts with clients in order to assess needs, provide information, discuss problems, set limits, and encourage growth and development while monitoring safety
• Understands, follows/implements all client ISP’s and documents progress
• Provides thorough orientation of all new staff

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum two years’ experience with the population as well supervisory experience.
• Must have current MAP certification, CPR and First Aid.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication and must be proficient in use of computers.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field required.
• Reliable automobile and valid driver’s license required.
• Flexibility needed to work one weekend day, including on call.

Take advantage of a competitive salary of $52,000 annually, as well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

At Center for Human Development (CHD) Care Finds a Way:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

Connect with our team today!