Supervising Developmental Services Worker Office​/On-site - HN

Introduction

Are you a current Department of Developmental Services Agency employee seeking new opportunities or challenges? If so, we encourage you to apply for a Supervising Developmental Services Worker position today! The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – West Region – is currently accepting applications for one (1) full-time, first shift, Supervising Developmental Services Worker I position.

Note:

This position is open to current DDS employees only.

What we can offer you:
As a current agency employee you will receive the same excellent benefits you are accustomed to. Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

In this role, discover the opportunity to:
Engage in a rewarding career, make a difference in the public sector, work together in a collaborative team environment.

The mission of DDS is to partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities. Start with us. Stay with us. Grow with us.

Current State of Connecticut employees of the agency listed above who have at least six (6) months of full‑time service (or full‑time equivalent service) and who meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job posting are eligible to apply.

Location:

Southbury, CT – Cottage 41

Type:
Full time (35 hours/week) | First shift

Schedule:

Monday 12:00 pm‑7:00 pm, Tuesday‑Thursday 9:00 am‑4:00 pm, Friday 7:30 am‑2:30 pm | Regular days off:
Saturday and Sunday

The Supervising Developmental Services Worker I leads a residential living program, supervising staff, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and coordinating comprehensive care for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for acting as a supervisor or lead worker.

• Coordinates and supervises or assists in supervision of a residential living program including assigning work and evaluating staff performance.
• Assists in development of policies, programs and operational procedures.
• Directs implementation of these policies, programs and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations and needs of individuals.
• Arranges for fire drills and safety inspections.
• Supervises staff by directing and advising them on work, reviewing reports and conferring with them on daily operational, disciplinary and special problems.
• Arranges for and coordinates provision of appropriate supportive care services such as housekeeping, dietary, maintenance and laundry.
• Secures and distributes supplies and equipment for teaching strategies and individuals' personal needs.
• Arranges for individual transportation and monitors individual fund spending.
• Assists in unit response to surveys and inspections.
• Coordinates and evaluates residential care program within unit, including care, feeding, clothing and treatment of individuals.
• Provides orientation and in‑service training to subordinate staff.
• Completes and reviews reports, notes, logs and requisitions for accuracy.
• Designs and writes residential living programs.
• Attends interdisciplinary team and administrative meetings.
• Coordinates community support services for individuals.
• Administers first aid in emergency situations.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable knowledge of modern methods of working with individuals with an intellectual disability.
• Knowledge of goals, policies and organization of a residential living unit; rehabilitative and interdisciplinary process.
• Knowledge of support services provided in residential care such as housekeeping, dietary, maintenance and laundry.
• Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement policies and operational procedures.
• Supervisory ability.

One (1) year of experience…