Community Support Supervisor (Non-Profit)

Social Services Agency seeks Community Support Supervisor to develop direction for service with clear philosophy and expectations toward personal future planning and community inclusion; develops activities to implement this philosophy. Through assigned staff, fosters independence, productivity and community inclusion of the individuals served while protecting their health, safety, well being and civil rights. Ensures that individualized habilitation plans are consistent with individuals’ service plans and are supported by the team; follows through on each individual’s established outcomes and documentation of progress by the Community Support Professionals. Facilitates and supports the development and maintenance of individual support networks through outreach to family members, community members, and professionals and through coordination of personal planning sessions in collaboration with the individual served. Coordinate and participate in direct support staff training and in-services by orienting new staff, arranging for staff to attend training, maintaining training records, and supporting ongoing staff development. Evaluates assigned support staff on an ongoing basis implementing a job performance evaluation annually; develops appropriate goals for staff and follows through on staff progress. Assigns staff various duties particularly in the case of staff absences; ensures that there is adequate supervision for the service needs of the individuals served at the program. Facilitates effective communication with employees and outside agencies for ongoing development of community opportunities. Functions as liaison between Service Coordination Services and Day Habilitation service. Participate in any special case conference, staff and parent meetings as appropriate. Ensure that individuals supported are safe and living healthy lives by monitoring safety issues, coordinating, monitoring and documenting medical support, practicing appropriate emergency procedures, responding to emergencies and promoting individual rights regarding health and safety issues. Enhance staff relations by using effective communication skills, encouraging growth and self-development, facilitating teamwork, employing conflict resolution skills, and providing adequate support to staff. Ensures that program remains in compliance with New York State Home and Community-Based Waiver Services regulations, agency philosophies, and policies.

Minimum Requirements: Masters in Business Management or related field. Will accept a single degree or any combination of degree, diplomas or professional credentials determined to be equivalent to a US Masters in Business Management by an accredited credential evaluation service.

Salary: Full Time. $89,544 per year.

Send Resume to: Jamellah Cadell, HR Manager– AHRC, NYC, 83 Maiden Lane, 11th Fl, NY, NY 10038 or via email to recruitment@ahrc.org.