Group Supervisor - Day Habilitation (Full Time)

Job Details

Job Location: Open Position - Staten Island, NY 10301

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $18.50 - $18.50 Hourly

The mission of On Your Mark is to provide innovative and comprehensive community-based service to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across their lifespan. We are committed to helping each individual experience the highest quality of life possible by providing person-centered programs that promote community and social inclusion, health and fitness, daily activity participation, independence, self-empowerment, and productivity.

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Benefits

• Health Benefits including optional Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your dependents
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care Account
• Partial Medical deductible reimbursement
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor match
• Generous PTO

Job Overview

The Day Habilitation Group Supervisor will manage and oversee the daily activity of their assigned group, ensuring program efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all On Your Mark, Inc., OPWDD and New York State Justice Center policies and regulations.
• Safeguard the safety and well-being of all individuals in the program.
• Intervene appropriately and report any incidents or suspected incidents of abuse and/or neglect IMMEDIATELY to a supervisor.
• Foster an environment that encourages positive attitudes and behaviors among participants.
• Enhance the overall quality of life for individuals attending the day habilitation program.
• Supervise daily activities and ensure effective instruction across all program areas.
• Conduct assessments of newly admitted individuals and reassess their ongoing needs.
• Collect, review, and analyze daily and monthly data to track progress in program activities.
• Oversee supervision of individuals during meals and assist when necessary.
• Provide support for individuals’ personal hygiene tasks when needed.
• Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians, residence managers, care coordinators, and other service providers under the guidance of the Coordinators, Assistant Director and/or Program Director.
• Lead weekly planning meetings with individuals/Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to identify and plan activities.
• Report and document progress or challenges regarding individual participants.
• Provide feedback on program activities and offer suggestions for improvements.
• Assist with the arrival and departure routines of program participants as needed.
• Attend all in-service trainings, workshops, and certification programs, including AMAP, CPR, First Aid, and SCIP-R techniques.
• Participate in relevant meetings about Day Habilitation operations and issues.
• Administer or delegate the administration of medication, based on individual needs, once AMAP certification is achieved.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of all program supplies and report any damages.
• Maintain organized program areas and ensure cleanliness.
• Notify the Coordinator, Assistant Director and Program Director in advance of any absences or tardiness to arrange coverage and ensure uninterrupted program operations.
• Respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Interact professionally and courteously with individuals, parents, co-workers, other professionals, and management.
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the Coordinators, Assistant Director, or Program Director to ensure the safety and quality of the program.
• Perform other duties related to programming and participant safety as necessary.

Qualifications and Requirements

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with I/DD, preferably in an educational or recreational context.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods for individuals with diverse physical, cognitive, or emotional needs.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain concepts clearly and adjust as needed.
• Flexibility in modifying activities to accommodate the group’s diverse needs.
• Strong teamwork skills, collaborating with staff and caregivers.
• Ability to recognize changes in participant conditions and take appropriate actions.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while remaining responsive to participants’ needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license preferred

Reports To

• Program Coordinators
• Assistant Directors
• Directors of Day Habilitation
• Senior Director of Day Habilitation
• Senior Director of Programs
• Executive Team