Shift Supervisor - 00208 (145003) - Wed-Sun 3PM -11PM

WellLife Network; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible spending accounts

Summer Fridays

Gym passes

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Mentorship program

Leadership training

Job summary

WellLife Network seeks a Direct Support Professional to coordinate daily staff assignments and maintain the Residence in line with agency policy. The role provides all aspects of care to program residents to help them become independent, with proficiency in computer systems like Outlook, Microsoft Office, and Excel.

Required are a High School Diploma, 1–2 years of experience with the developmentally disabled, and a valid NYS driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• One to two years experience working with the developmentally disabled is necessary.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• A valid NYS Driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily staff assignments and maintain the Residence according to policy.
• Provide all aspects of care to program residents to enable independence.
• Enter consumer data documentation in Avatar and maintain records.

Skills

Valid NYS Driver’s license

Supervisory experience

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Job description

About WellLife Network

WellLife Network is a leading health and human services organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families across New York City and Long Island. Recognized as a 2023 top-rated nonprofit, WellLife Network empowers people to overcome life’s challenges and achieve greater independence, well-being, and inclusion. We offer a comprehensive suite of programs spanning mental health, developmental disabilities, substance abuse, housing, and employment support, all grounded in a commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. Central to our mission is an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within our organization and in the communities we serve. As a trusted community partner, WellLife Network fosters a nurturing environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and realize their fullest potential.

Position Summary

Coordinate daily staff assignments and maintain the Residence according to agency policy. Provide all aspects of care to program residents to enable them to become independent and productive individuals. Must have working knowledge of computer systems (i.e. Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, etc.).

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensures that all activities enhance and support each person’s social responsibility, independence, dignity and continued growth.
• Implement goals designed to maximize each resident’s level of independence, as determined by the IDT, including but not limited to budgeting, grooming, nutritional planning, use of public transportation, use of community resources, shopping and housekeeping. Responsible for entering consumer data documentation in Avatar.
• Supervises DSP’s on a daily basis, which includes review of the DSP’s consumer data documentation in Avatar, distribution of work, staff training and orientation. Act as an appropriate role model for DSP’s and consumers at all times.
• Coordinates and assist consumers with personal needs.
• Assists in training consumers in activities of daily living and development of self‑help and social skills.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team process, which includes evaluation, program planning, implementation and monitoring consumers’ cases, and maintaining contact with family members.
• Dispenses medication to consumers as necessary and maintaining medical certification.
• Coordinates and participates in recreational activities for consumers.
• Assists in transporting consumers to and from medical appointment, recreational activities, and programming.
• Communicates relevant information to other staff and supervisor(s), verbally and in writing, (i.e., daily communication log, telephone log, incident reports, medication and behavior incident reports.)
• Maintains the consumers’ financial accounts, which includes banking, paying bills, etc., as requested by the Residence Manager.
• Attends all scheduled staff meetings and all required in‑services.
• Performs all duties as per DSP job description.
• Must be able to physically intervene with participant when individual may cause physical injury to self or to others: assist participants responding to potential dangerous situations (i.e., hand on hot stove; running into traffic). Must be able to administer emergency first aid to participant.
• The ability to complete the following training courses and perform the techniques taught in each are a required function of the position: AMAP, CPR, SCIP, First Aid. This includes the computerized EMAR (Electronic Medication Administration Record) system, where applicable.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associate’s Degree preferred or a combination of education and experience.
• One to two years experience working with the developmentally disabled is necessary.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• A valid NYS Driver’s license is required.

Benefits and Perks

At WellLife Network, we prioritize our employees' growth and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible spending accounts. Enjoy perks like Summer Fridays, gym passes, and life insurance options. Our commitment to career advancement includes tuition assistance, mentorship, leadership training, and more. As a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, WellLife Network supports your career and financial goals while helping you make a meaningful community impact. Join us to experience a workplace that invests in your success and well-being!