Shift Supervisor

SCO; Village of Lindenhurst (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SCO is seeking a Residence Supervisor in New York to oversee shifts, assign responsibilities, and ensure programs run in compliance with agency policies. You will monitor health, support diet plans, and document activities and incidents as required.

The role requires a High School Diploma (Associates/Bachelor’s preferred), 2 years’ experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, strong communication skills, and a valid NY driving license. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associates/Bachelor’s preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OPWDD regulations.
• Good management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Must have a valid New York State driving license.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to staff during shifts and assign responsibilities as needed.
• Ensure program operates in accordance with regulations and agency policy.
• Ensure individuals’ treatment plans are followed.
• Provide direct support services as needed.
• Monitor individuals’ health and safety throughout the shift.
• Ensure diet and nutrition plans are followed and documented.
• Facilitate community integration and recreation activities and document outcomes.
• Complete documentation and follow reporting procedures on schedule.
• Follow incident management procedures and document appropriately.
• Maintain daily schedules and routines.
• Support staff during crises and provide ongoing coaching.
• Assist in training staff on treatment plan implementation.
• Model calm, stable leadership in daily activities and crises.
• Engage constructively with individuals, staff, families, and community members.
• Participate in staff and individual meetings; perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Staff supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Crisis management

Education

High School Diploma

Associates or Bachelor’s preferred

Job description

• Provide supervision to staff during shifts, including assigning responsibilities, changing responsibilities and/or assigned individuals as needed.
• Ensure program operates in accordance with pertinent regulations and agency policy and procedure.
• Ensure all individuals’ treatment plans are followed appropriately.
• Provide direct support services as needed.
• Monitor individuals’ health and safety throughout the shift.
• Ensure individuals’ diet and nutrition in all aspects (e.g. menu plans, weight records, etc.) are followed and documented as appropriate.
• Ensure that planned activities for community integration and/or recreation are completed and documented appropriately. In the event that changes are required, ensure that the Residence Manager is consulted and/or notified.
• Ensure completion of all documentation in accordance with regulations and agency procedures.
• Ensure that all prescribed reporting procedures are followed accurately and within appropriate time frames.
• Ensure all regulations, agency procedures, and notifications are followed in regard to incident management. Ensure completion of appropriate documentation of same.
• Ensure that the daily schedule and routines are followed.
• Provide support to staff on an on-going basis, including potential and actual crises.
• Assist in training staff in implementation of individuals’ treatment plans.
• Model calmness and assurance in order to set a tone of stability and control in daily activities as well as in crisis situations for both individuals served and staff.
• Model appropriate interactions with individuals, staff, family members, community members, etc. at all times
• Participate in staff meetings and individuals’ meetings as requested.
• All other duties requested by the Residence Manager or administration.

QUALIFICATIONS –

• High School Diploma required; Associates/bachelor’s preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OPWDD regulations
• Good management, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities
• Must have a valid New York state driving license.

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

–Provide supervision in a positive and supportive manner.

In addition, must possess the following characteristics:

• Be a team player.
• Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and individuals within the organization.
• Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.
• Be able to set limits and maintain helping role of practitioner and to intervene appropriately.

WORKING CONDITIONS –

40 hour/week

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

– Responsible for supervision of all aspects of the shift in the absence of the Residence Manager.

Travel Required

Yes . Yes, 25 % of the Time

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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