Residential DSP Supervisor II (Group Homes)

Description:

The Opportunity Tree Mission and Vision

To provide quality individualized services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in dynamic and innovative environments. The Opportunity Tree is committed to promoting the development of a society that fully embraces individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through inclusion, advocacy, and opportunities.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

$1,000 hiring bonus for new hires, paid after 12 full pay periods (approximately six months); other incentives for referring full or part time employees who are hired to work at The Opportunity Tree.

Residential DSP Supervisor II

The Residential DSP Supervisor directs the work of the DSP to support and assist Members with developmental disabilities in developing/enhancing basic living and other life skills, promoting independence and individual choice.

• Supervision of DSP-Residential work, schedules, and timekeeping approvals.
• Supervision of the Members’ health, safety, and security to include assistance with Activities of Daily Living (eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulation, and continence).
• Ensure the monthly activity calendars are completed, posted, and maintained.
• Responsible for the data collection and reporting on a quarterly basis.
• Responsible to maintain all other records/paperwork and submit documentation per assigned timelines.
• Maintain safe home environment in keeping with Arizona Licensing Standards/TOT Policy.
• May work in the function of a DSP-Residential.
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding Members and TOT.
• Advocate on behalf of the Members and their families to ensure individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have a voice.

Requirements:

Requirements

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Arizona driver license with Non-Restricted Motor Vehicle Record and compliance per the requirements of TOT’s insurance carrier.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write, speak, and listen effectively in English.
• Experience: Preferred in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) field.
• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge: Beginner MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, web browsing.
• Personal enthusiasm for participation in a non-profit organization, which provides services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Positive attitude and ability to represent TOT effectively in the community. Ability to work collaboratively as a team member with Members, staff, families, funders and stakeholders.
• Successfully meet AZ-DPS requirements for Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Skills to include but not limited to knowledge of principles in staff interaction, task productivity, time management, problem identification and resolution administration.

Work Environment:

• Lift/carry/transfer minimum of 40 pounds.
• Bend, kneel, and stoop.
• Push/pull wheelchairs.
• Reach/ reach overhead.
• Walk/sit/stand for extended periods.
• Finger/hand/wrist dexterity to eye.
• This position is considered a “safety sensitive” position.