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Residential Shift Supervisor at Daybreak… · New York
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Job Description
About Daybreak Independent Services, Inc.
In 2010, Daybreak Independent Services opened its doors for individuals with developmental disabilities to learn and apply their skills in a traditional work setting. Since then, Daybreak has expanded its mission to multiple locations adding both people and additional services. DBIS Serves hundreds of New Yorkers living with developmental disabilities.
Partnerships with local businesses like Stew Leonard, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls have allowed the vision to grow exponentially. In addition, taking on residential programs has allowed us to serve those that need round-the-clock supervision.
It's only the beginning. As we change lives every day, we change in the process. So the work continues, and we look forward to what lies ahead.
Website: https://www.daybreakis.org
Job Title: Residential Shift Supervisor
Report to: Assistant Manager
Location: Queens, NY
Hours & Schedule: 8 hours Shift (Sunday - Tuesday & Friday - Saturday)
Job classification: Full-time
FLSA: Non-exempt
Salary: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
Shifts:
Tuesday, 6AM - 2PM
Wednesday, 2PM–10 PM
Thursday, 12PM - 8PM
Friday, 2PM - 10 PM
Saturday, 12 PM–8PM
Brief Job Description:
The Shift Supervisor is responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment that fosters growth and rehabilitation and facilitates the development of mutual aid/self-help skills among individuals. The primary roles are to provide the appropriate support tailored to each individual's needs and desires, enable each to live independently and supervise staff. In addition, the Shift Supervisor is expected to recognize when an individual is in a crisis and utilize the appropriate psychiatric and medical backup services.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the health, safety & welfare of individuals.
- Implement and adhere to established treatment plans.
- Maintain all required certifications.
- Provide a hands-on supervisor of individuals with Autism, including implementing behavior goals and behavior plans.
- Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
- Transport residents in agency vehicles as needed.
- Maintain client's allowance accounts.
- Schedule staff at the residence.
- Coordinate shopping and proper meal distribution.
- Maintain correspondence with Nurse and Medical Coordinator to ensure appropriate medical appointments occur.
- Ensure Habilitation Specialist implants program goals.
- Coordinate recreational goals.
- Report issues regarding vehicles to the supervisor.
- Punctuality and regular attendance are expected.
- Maintain individual/family confidentiality.
- Commitment to company values and adherence to policies.
- A positive attitude is a must!
- Clear verbal and written communication skills, as well as basic computer competency
- Ability to establish clear professional boundaries
- Perform other duties as assigned by Residential Manager or Residential Assistant Manager.
Minimum Requirements:
- Ability to run.
- Ability to safely assist in lifting individuals of various weights & 20lb items.
- Demonstrate patience, learn, and utilize systematic procedures to enhance an individual's independence and quality of life.
- I prefer one year of OPWDD experience.
- Maintain a Valid Driver's License.
- Clearance through state-mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s).
- Complete Daybreak's Orientation.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Computer savvy.
- Professional and pleasant attitude.
- Residential program or mental health program experience is preferred and required.
- Experience working with specialized populations of adults is needed.
- Supervisory experience preferred (at least 1-Year).
- The residential Shift Supervisor must work alone in an unsupervised environment.
- New York State Driver's (Required).
Education:
- Bachelor's degree or School Diploma with two years’ experience in the OPWDD field.
What's there for me:
- Anthem BSBC Premium Medical Health Insurance
- Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance Benefits
- 403(B) Retirement Plan, 2% bonus match based on Agency Fiscal year ending turnover,
- Short term disability
- Term Life Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Tuition Assistance Program
- We pay sick and vacation time to eligible full-time employees after completing a 3-months introductory period.