Assistant Site Manager (Residential Care Supervisor 1 – Turner)

State of Oregon

7d • $4,868 - $7,537 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to join the Stabilization and Crisis Unit (SACU). SACU provides 24-hour residential care to Oregonians with intellectual/developmental disabilities, often with co-occurring mental health diagnoses, whose support needs exceed those offered by other community-based residential programs. The program focuses on development and support to help individuals safely transition back to their home communities. SACU staff model positive attitudes and provide assistance with access to health and medical supports, psychological services, emotional and behavioral support, and educational support. They also provide life skills training, recreational opportunities, and community integration. The goal is to provide the necessary support to maintain quality of life, achieve the highest possible level of independence, and promote social opportunities. SACU operates 17 residential group homes along the I-5 corridor from Portland to Eugene.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
• Three years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience.
• OR A bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience supervising employees, including hiring or recommending hiring, training employees, assigning and reviewing work, providing employees with feedback on their performance, providing oversight of operations, and handling disciplinary problems and grievances.
• Experience communicating clearly and cross culturally in writing, directly, or virtually.
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals, family members, advocates, and guardians from varied and diverse backgrounds in situations involving complex issues and demanding deadlines.
• Management experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illness in a 24-hour residential setting or similar environment.
• Experience working with licensing requirements and conducting quality assurance reviews.
• Experience with general computer operation and proficient using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must have a valid license to drive, and you must have and maintain an acceptable driving record to transport individuals by state van or car.
• Physical capability to interact with combative, unpredictable, argumentative, and aggressive individuals who may become a danger to themselves or others on a daily basis.
• Physical capability to engage and maintain Oregon Intervention System (OIS) approved restraints for up to one hour as well as all other physical requirements of the OIS Standards of Physical Skills Training.
• Frequent daily lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 pounds, e.g., transferring, positioning and moving individuals; moving furniture or appliances; yard maintenance equipment, etc.
• Frequent daily squatting, bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching.
• Physical capability to work an additional part or whole shift to meet staffing requirements, as well as working any shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical capability to transport individuals in a variety of vehicles, including wheelchair accessible vans, mini-vans, and standard size cars.
• Physical capability to perform CPR/First Aid techniques to obtain certifications.
• Physical capability to accompany individuals on hikes, walks, bicycles, swimming, and other physical activities.
• Frequent exposure to bodily fluids and other biohazards.
• Daily exposure to household cleaning agents (sometimes industrial strength).
• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check.
• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship.
• Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
• ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• The Department of Human Services is a drug free workplace. All applicants will be subject to drug testing for Narcotics, Methamphetamine, and other controlled substances.
• Your driving record must meet the qualifications of the ODHS SACU Driving Policy and will be considered unacceptable for offenses, including, but not limited to any misdemeanor or felony traffic offense in the last 24 months.
• If you are offered a position, you will attend a three-week paid in-person training at our central office in Salem and you must become certified during this New Employee Orientation in the following: First Aid/CPR Certification - Requiring you to complete compressions in a kneeling position. Oregon Intervention System Certification (OIS) - Requiring you to physically hold an individual for safety while maintaining an approved restraint on clients which may involve quick movements, changes in physical positioning, and verbal communication with coworkers. Medication Administration Certification - Requiring you to demonstrate competency in completing doctor's orders, appropriate passing of medications to clients, appropriate documentation, and appropriate procedures for emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• Have you been a lead worker or supervised staff?
• Do you have management experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illness in a 24-hour residential setting or similar environment?

Responsibilities

• Support the management of the operation of a three, four, or five bed home.
• Supervise direct care and behavioral support staff.
• Lead the development/implementation of Individual Support Plans (ISP) for everyone.
• Coordinate services with consultants and other service providers.
• Serve as liaison with parents, guardians, neighbors, and county case managers.
• Ensure the home is operated per the Comprehensive 24-hour Residential Services for Children and Adults with Developmental Disabilities OAR (Chapter 411, Division 325).
• Ensure ISP for each individual and give input to the (ISP) process for each individual.
• Ensure the health and well-being of individuals by following all doctor orders, nursing orders, and issuing medications per prescriptions.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• Amazing benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• This position is part of the Police and Fire pension plan, which allows you to retire with full benefits after 25 years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager