Supervisor, Direct Support

Homes-For-Independent-Living; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Stock

Referral Bonus $2,000

Earned-wage access (50%)

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Pay-down

Job summary

Homes for Independent Living, a MyPath company, is seeking a Direct Support Supervisor to lead the direct care team and ensure high-quality care in residential settings. You will supervise caregivers, coach staff, and promote safety and client well-being.

The role emphasizes training, supervision, and coordination of daily living activities, with competitive wages based on program needs. Join a diverse organization dedicated to dignity and independence for adults with special needs.

Qualifications

• Responsive communication with clients and team members.
• Ability to de-escalate challenging behaviors and problem-solve on the fly.
• Reliable accountability and organization for scheduling and supervision.
• Experience working with diverse populations in care settings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Caregiver staff, providing training, coaching and mentoring.
• Oversee personnel and client care to enhance health, safety and welfare.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living and personal cares.
• Redirect challenging behaviors to promote independence and quality of life.
• Assist with cooking and cleaning in the home; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Job description

Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives.OverviewExperience Matters. Our pay rates increase based on your years of experience. Learn your value at Homes for Independent Living, a MyPath Company.Homes for Independent Living, a MyPath company, provides an array of service models in a variety of residential settings. We support people through individualized service plans that range from high personal care needs to those who present complex behavioral challenges. HIL is looking for a Direct Support Supervisor (DSS) to join our team. A DSS provides supervision for the direct care support team members.As a Direct Support Supervisor, you will:Supervise Caregiver staff along with training, coaching and mentoring your team. Provide supervision of personnel and client care, enhance the overall health, safety, and welfare of the clients and programming.Assist client with activities of daily living including physical assistance and personal cares.Redirect challenging behaviors - Promote independence and quality of life.Assist with the cooking, cleaning in the home.All other duties as assigned.Benefits:Competitive wages based on program and client needsReferral Bonus Program - $2,000 Bonus per positive referralHealth, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life Insurance, Paid Time off, Company StockAccess up to 50% of your earned money before pay day comesTuition Reimbursement and Loan Pay-down ProgramsQualifications:Minimum of 18 years of ageReliable transportation to and from programs and training classesCommunication & Problem-Solving skillsSuccessful completion of a caregiver background check, TB test and Health ScreenValid Driver’s License with 3 years of acceptable driving record, requiredAdditional InformationMyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.Our CultureAt MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:PassionAccountabilityTeamworkOpennessContinuous Learning and InnovationAs an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with.