Site Supervisor – Adult & Youth Services

About Us:

Ala Costa Centers is a nonprofit organization supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the East Bay Area. We promote community integration, social skills development, self-determination, and independent living skills through education, enrichment, and support programs for children and their families.

Position Overview:

The After School Site Supervisor oversees programming being conducted at a specific site location- Alameda and Berkeley. This position works closely with the Executive Director and/or Program Director to develop and enrich programming for the people being served, provide leadership and guidance to those they supervise and manage, and perform tasks and projects for the betterment and future of the program and organization in general.

The Site Supervisor oversees daily operations at one of our program sites, supervising staff and ensuring high-quality services for students. This includes curriculum development, direct support, staff training, and maintaining compliance with key stakeholders, licensing and funding requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Staff Supervision & Training

• • Supervise Lead Support Specialists, Support Specialists, and Paraprofessionals
  • Create daily schedules and coordinate staff coverage
  • Provide on-the-job coaching and lead new hire orientations for Direct Support Professionals and above-mentioned roles
  • In coordination with the Program Director, Program Supervisor, and/or Executive Director, responsible for creating and implementing Corrective Action Notices as well as progressive discipline practices with staff, up to and including termination
  • Ensure that all staff is meeting the standards and requirements related to CCL/CDSS (Title 22) and Regional Centers (Title 17)

Responsibilities to Participants

• Participate in intakes, assessments, and collaborate with behaviorist, parents, case managers, site director to design, implement and monitor behavior plans
• Support students directly when needed and ensure proper staff to student ratios
• Develop age-appropriate curriculum and enrichment activities
• Regularly document student progress and maintain accurate reports, per requirements
• Ensure the physical environment promotes safety and is conducive to class objectives, including cleanliness and organization
• Modify teaching prompts and materials appropriate to individual student communication and learning styles

Responsibilities to Parents & Family Engagement

• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and maintain a welcoming “open door” policy
• Coordinate IEP participation and write relevant reports (ISPs, DRDPs, etc.)
• Distribute program updates parents and caregivers regarding the progress of their participant(s)

Responsibilities to Program & Facility Oversight

• Manage supplies, petty cash, and vehicle safety
• Ensure compliance with Community Care Licensing (CCL) and funder standards
• Conduct emergency drills and uphold safety protocols
• Know and follow Ala Costa Centers’ Safety Plan and Emergency Procedures, Ala Costa Staff Handbook, and program specific protocols
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct
• Ensure all staff/student files are complete and up to date

Required Qualifications:

• BA in a related field or 24 units in Social Services/Early Childhood Education/ Child Development
• 1-year supervisory experience & 1-year of teaching experience
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer proficiency (MS Office: Word, Excel)
• Valid CA Driver’s License; clean driving record
• DOJ/FBI background clearance
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• Negative TB test and health clearance

Why Join Ala Costa?

• Make a lasting impact in your community
• Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven team that believes in disability justice and community inclusion
• Gain hands-on experience in disability services and education
• Excellent Employer Paid Health Benefits

Salary Range (based on experience and qualifications)

1. $25.5050/hr