Supported Living Supervisor

Systems Unlimited, Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health, vision, dental

Flexible medical/daycare flex plans

Paid holidays

Sick and vacation banks

Job summary

Systems Unlimited, Inc. is seeking a Supported Living Supervisor in Iowa City. The role leads a team of Direct Support Professionals, guiding a 24-hour site with community travel and flexible scheduling.

The ideal candidate demonstrates leadership, accountability, and a proactive approach in a dynamic environment. Experience in supervising or managing with a human services focus is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• BA/BS in a human services-related field preferred but not required.
• Experience working with people with disabilities.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals served by establishing positive relationships and advocating for rights.
• Collaborate with staff, management, and stakeholders to enhance resident lives.
• Arrange transportation to community activities and appointments as needed.
• Monitor and document health concerns and ensure accurate records.
• Support home and community integration through activities like shopping and recreation.
• Document health, incidents, plans, and issues per guidelines and update records.
• Maintain documentation and correct records as directed (notes, meds, incident reports).

Skills

Supervisory experience

Driver's license

Disability services experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BA/BS in a human services-related field

Job description

Supported Living Supervisor

Department: Supported Community Living

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Iowa City

Compensation: $18.13 - $20.13 / hour

Description

Are you looking for a new opportunity that will present growth and advancement?

If you have a desire to direct a team of Direct Support Professionals and develop some leadership experience, this is an ideal opportunity for you! The ideal candidate demonstrates leadership qualifications, accountability, professional attitude, and the knowledge of how to work within a dynamic work environment. Candidates who are organized and motivated self-starters are encouraged to apply.

Our supervisors play an important role in guiding a 24-hour site as its leader and contact. The Supported Living Supervisor (SLS) is based in Iowa City with frequent travel in the community and occasional travel to outlying service areas required. Applicants must have flexible schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals served through establishing positive relationships - namely by intentionally having appropriate interactions, committing to their rights and responsibilities, setting clear boundaries, and acting as an advocate
• Establishing positive relationships and collaborating with supported living staff, management, internal support departments, and additional stakeholders; partnering with all involved to enhance the lives of those we serve
• Making arrangements for and transporting self and individuals throughout the community and attending medical, psychiatric, and dental appointments – note that some driving and some physical ability may be required for this position
• Ensuring medical needs of individuals are met, following up on medical concerns, ensuring consistent and accurate documentation and communication relating to their health
• Supporting individuals in their homes and communities is a necessary part of this role; community integration includes recreational activities, grocery shopping, etc.
• Monitoring, documenting, and reporting on all aspects of individuals’ health, incidents, plans, and issues diligently - which includes having updated knowledge of all service-related documents and implementing services that abide by them
• Documenting adequately per guidelines established by agency and state standards as well as making corrections to documentation as directed (with progress notes, medication administration, incident reports, financial ledgers, etc.)

Skills Knowledge & Expertise

Candidates should have experience in the following areas:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• BA/BS in a human services-related field from an accredited educational institution is preferred but not required
• Experience working with people with disabilities and implementing service provision strategies
• Previous supervisory experience could be as a team lead, a supervisor, or a manager elsewhere
• Applicant must maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is acceptable from a risk management perspective

Benefits

Full-Time team members are eligible for:

• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Affordable short-term disability and supplemental insurance options.
• Affordable health, vision, and dental options that provide great coverage.
• Flex plans for medical and daycare expenses
• Nine paid holidays
• Paid Sick and Vacation Banks accrue based on tenure and hours worked-available to all employees