Developmental Technician Shift Supervisor - BSDC (2nd shift - Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday Off)

State of Nebraska•Beatrice, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Developmental Technician Shift Supervisor will provide direct supervision, support, coaching and mentoring to Developmental Technician I and II's on assigned shifts. Serve as a role model to Developmental Technicians by modeling appropriate individual interaction and the provision of active treatment. Responsible for notifying appropriate personnel of problems related to resource allocation or the physical living environment to ensure their resolution. Provide direct care services, behavioral training, housekeeping and laundry services related to the needs of developmentally disabled individuals. Perform related work as assigned. Ensures each individual’s developmental and physical needs are met through active treatment as described in the Individual Personal Plan (IPP); ensures that human and legal rights of the individual are protected. Leads and monitors provision of active treatment and schedules of activities for individuals, ensuring that services are coordinated as indicated in the individuals’ personal care plans. Administers medications and treatments, performs and/or monitors individual’s personal hygiene and establishes and maintains a safe working environment. Performs personnel functions for assigned Developmental Technician staff including participating in hiring, assigning/recommending/issuing disciplinary actions including suspensions and terminations, providing on-the-job training and regular performance feedback, and preparing, evaluating, and conducting performance evaluations; provides comprehensive information to Human Resources representatives during the formal discipline process. Participates in completing bi-weekly staffing schedules for the shift supervised. Ensures that an adequate and appropriate number of trained staff are available to provide quality supports and services to individuals; distributes completed schedule per contract stipulations. Transport individuals into the community on trips, leisure, or medical appointments.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have one year of experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities or experience leading, monitoring, or supervising a team.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Incumbents are expected to complete Basic Support class within 120 days and facility training requirements within 6 months of employment.
Incumbents must also maintain listing on the Medication Aide Registry during the course of employment.
Demonstrate proper lifting, including a buddy lift, within a weight range of 50 to 200 lbs to heights of 36 inches; lift, bend, push and/or pull 50 pounds continually.
Proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the language effectively.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities AND experience leading, monitoring, or supervising a team.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision, support, coaching and mentoring to Developmental Technician I and II's on assigned shifts.
Serve as a role model to Developmental Technicians by modeling appropriate individual interaction and the provision of active treatment.
Notify appropriate personnel of problems related to resource allocation or the physical living environment to ensure their resolution.
Provide direct care services, behavioral training, housekeeping and laundry services related to the needs of developmentally disabled individuals.
Ensure each individual’s developmental and physical needs are met through active treatment as described in the Individual Personal Plan (IPP).
Ensure that human and legal rights of the individual are protected.
Lead and monitor provision of active treatment and schedules of activities for individuals, ensuring that services are coordinated as indicated in the individuals’ personal care plans.
Administer medications and treatments, perform and/or monitor individual’s personal hygiene.
Establish and maintain a safe working environment.
Perform personnel functions for assigned Developmental Technician staff including participating in hiring, assigning/recommending/issuing disciplinary actions including suspensions and terminations, providing on-the-job training and regular performance feedback, and preparing, evaluating, and conducting performance evaluations.
Provide comprehensive information to Human Resources representatives during the formal discipline process.
Participate in completing bi-weekly staffing schedules for the shift supervised.
Ensure that an adequate and appropriate number of trained staff are available to provide quality supports and services to individuals.
Distribute completed schedule per contract stipulations.
Transport individuals into the community on trips, leisure, or medical appointments.