Residential Supervisor I

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking qualified candidates for the Residential Supervisor I (RS I) position in Scituate, MA. 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.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• 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.
• Assess individuals' 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Ability to do the following:

• Supervise, plan, and assign work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished;
• Assess the capabilities 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.

Please Note:

This position is located in Scituate, MA.

Schedule:

8AM - 4:30PM: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

11AM - 7:30PM Wednesday

Days off: Sunday & Monday

Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program.

About the Department of Developmental Services:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Pre-Hire Process:

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

· Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry

· Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

• National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check.
• https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

As part of the hiring process, the Office of Human Resources will be verifying any college-level degrees conferred to the selected candidate. Additionally, any licensure required for the position will be verified. Information provided as part of the hiring process is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For help logging into/resetting your MassCareers profile, call the Employment Service Center at 617-979-8500 for assistance.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext #4.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT.

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking qualified candidates for the Residential Supervisor I (RS I) position in Scituate, MA. 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.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• 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.
• Assess individuals' 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Ability to do the following:

• Supervise, plan, and assign work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished;
• Assess the capabilities 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.

Please Note:

This position is located in Scituate, MA.

Schedule:

8AM - 4:30PM: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

11AM - 7:30PM Wednesday

Days off: Sunday & Monday

Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program.

About the Department of Developmental Services:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Pre-Hire Process:

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

· Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry

· Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

• National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check.
• https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

As part of the hiring process, the Office of Human Resources will be verifying any college-level degrees conferred to the selected candidate. Additionally, any licensure required for the position will be verified. Information provided as part of the hiring process is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For help logging into/resetting your MassCareers profile, call the Employment Service Center at 617-979-8500 for assistance.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext #4.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

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.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

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.

LICENSES:

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.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compen