Residential Services Supervisor

Birch Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services, a dynamic organization in New York City, seeks a supervisor to support adults with developmental disabilities within residential settings. The role involves coordinating DSPs and shifts, collaborating on treatment plans, and ensuring high-quality care aligned with program standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Human Services or related field and has at least 3 years of OPWDD-related experience, including 2 in supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field, preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in OPWDD related field of which 2 years are in a supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated competency in written, verbal and computational skills to document records in accordance with program standards.
• Should have the ability to work a flexible schedule if needed to accommodate working with the individuals in the residence and to attend team meetings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maximizing the functioning of adults with disabilities in the residence.
• Assign work to Direct Support Professionals (DSP) and oversee Shift Supervisors on their duties.
• Provide staff supervision and oversight of the residence in the absence of the Residence Manager or with the Residence Manager.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on treatment/behavioral plans and overall care of individuals in the residence.
• Attend semi-annual, annual and special meetings at schools and/or day treatment programs.
• Communicate professionally with schools and/or day treatment programs when necessary.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computational skills

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Birch Family Services, a dynamic organization in New York City, seeks a supervisor to support adults with developmental disabilities within residential settings. The role involves coordinating DSPs and shifts, collaborating on treatment plans, and ensuring high-quality care aligned with program standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Human Services or related field and has at least 3 years of OPWDD-related experience, including 2 in supervision.