Residence Supervisor - Lyons, NY

The Arc Wayne•Village of Newark, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services. With compassion, understanding, and support, we connect individuals and families to a world of possibilities that promote independence.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Human Resources or related field, one year experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and one year supervisory experience OR High School Diploma or GED, one year experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and three years' supervisory experience.
Combination of education and experience may be considered.
Must possess a current, valid New York State driver's license that meets the Agency driver standards.
Must demonstrate proficiency in the understanding and implementation of safe patient handling with The Arc Wayne's policies.
Ability to stay calm and level headed under pressure and still perform effectively.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to foster teamwork between all members via open communication and sharing of responsibilities.
Basic computer literacy including use of email, internet and web-based programs.

Responsibilities

Trains, implements and monitors Staff Action Plans, Protective Oversight Plans, High Risk Plans and Behavior Support/Monitoring Plans.
Assures adequate staffing to meet program and/or individualized needs as identified. Responsible for house staffing schedules and creating staff assignment sheets.
Provides supervision to staff to include orientation, training, and monitoring of performance. Provides periodic observation of staff during evening and overnight shifts. Completes any necessary disciplinary action and initial/annual performance appraisals of all assigned staff.
Reviews applications for vacant positions and interviews candidates in a timely manner. Makes hiring recommendations and completes necessary paperwork.
Responsible for the daily operation of residence and service provision to individuals to include, but not limited to; paying household bills, household/individual purchasing, transportation, family visits, recreation, medication administration, distribution of individual funds, etc.
Supervises record maintenance, documentation of service provision (i.e. - residential habilitation, behavior tracking, monthly summaries, medical tracking, medical appointments, daily logs, etc.) and completion of Agency and Program specific required forms.
Conducts and/or supervises implementation of self-preservation tests/fire drills according to Program policy and procedure. Maintains records of tests/drills and forwards reports to Senior Residence Supervisor.
Maintains financial accountability of household petty cash, individual personal allowance, individual gift cards, and checking/savings accounts. Enters financial transactions as necessary onto electronic and paper ledgers. Reconciles accounts monthly.