Residential Supervisor

Overview

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking qualified candidates for the Residential Supervisor I (RS I) position in Hanson. This position will offer candidates extensive opportunities to learn and develop team building, supervisory, and leadership skills while working as part of a highly motivated and progressive management team. The RS I position offers candidates opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• Coordinate, implement, and supervise the administrative and clinical operations of the homes, including residential program development and implementation and/or compliance of policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Supervise and evaluate support staff, make personnel recommendations for hiring and promoting staff to maintain adequate staffing patterns
• Ensure a safe home by participating in and supervising the day-to-day interactions and activities of the residents.
• Assessindividuals' needs, abilities, and the resources needed to develop therapeutic programs in community living skills.
• Participate in the interdisciplinary team, coordinate, and participate in Individual Service Plan (ISP) implementation; develop, implement, and maintain data collection and records.
• Monitor and evaluate the physical operation and maintenance of the setting; monitor residential budgets; maintain individuals' funds; assist individuals with expenditures and money management, and act as a liaison to adjust personnel and ensure effective communication between staff.

• Knowledge of the fundamental types and problems of mental health disorders and developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of interviewing.

• Supervise, plan, and assign work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished;
• Assess thecapabilities of subordinates and available resources; control work through periodic reviews and/or evaluations;
• determine subordinates training needs and provide or arrange for such training;
• Motivate subordinates to work effectively;
• Determine the need for disciplinary action and either recommend or initiate disciplinary action.

Location:

Hanson.

Schedule:

8:00 am - 4:30 pm Sunday & Thursday
7:00 am - 3:30 pm Monday & Wednesday
11:00 am - 7:30 pm Tuesday

Days off:
Friday & Saturday
Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program.

• At least three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in counseling, guidance, teaching, or therapeutic services for individuals with developmental disabilities and/or chronic mental illness, of which at least one year must have been in either a supervisory capacity.
• A Bachelor's degree in social work, rehabilitation, psychology, sociology, human services, education of people with physical and/or learning disabilities may be substituted for two years of the required nonsupervisory experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.
• A Master's or higher degree social work, rehabilitation, psychology, sociology, human services or education of people with physical and/or learning disabilities may be substituted for an additional year of the required nonsupervisory experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.
• One year of education equals 30 semester hours. Education toward a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
• No substitution will be permitted for the required supervisory experience.

Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s license or the equivalent from another state.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements.

We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.