STEP Adult Day Program Supervisor

Are you a compassionate, people-oriented person who wants a rewarding opportunity supporting adults with autism or other developmental disabilities? We would love you to join our STEP Adult Services Day Program!

STEP = S ervice T o E mploy P eople

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the STEP Day Program Director, the Supervisor supervises the implementation of day services for adults with developmental disabilities in community and employment settings. The Supervisor directly supervises all Employment Specialists, Senior Employment Specialists and Professional Employment Specialists. Areas of particular responsibility include arranging staff and participant daily schedules, facilitating natural supports, devising data-based, teaching strategies and functional community integrated curriculum, employer relations and writing participants' Individual Service Plans. The Supervisor treats participants and staff in accordance with Service Description, Institute Personnel Policies, ethical practices and legal mandates, and ensures that persons served present as normal a profile to the community as possible. The Supervisor sets an example for staff by maintaining a consistent positive attitude which is imperative to the success of the service.

Home office: Northridge, CA

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Staff Training & Supervision

• Trains employees by ensuring completion of New Orientation Training within required timelines, presenting in-services to the team at least quarterly, and providing additional direction and support to employees as needed
• Monitors and evaluates employee performance on a consistent basis, including conducting at least annual performance evaluations for all employees
• Implements corrective and progressive disciplinary actions in accordance with IABA disciplinary procedures to ensure policy compliance and quality service delivery
• Completes management trainings as assigned

Service Coordination & Program Oversight

• Ensures supported employment and community sites are managed in alignment with STEP’s mission and philosophical guidelines
• Coordinates services to support participants’ employment, community integration, and skill development
• Maintains collaborative relationships with supported employment sites, community partners, parents/caregivers, and other stakeholders

Community & Agency Collaboration

• Conducts presentations and tours of services for parents, agencies, community groups, and other interested parties
• Participates in Regional Center vendor meetings and events to promote inter-agency collaboration
• Promotes cooperation and communication between IABA departments and participates on IABA committees as assigned

Administrative & Documentation Responsibilities

• Ensures pocket schedules are posted promptly and verifies that all logs and service codes accurately reflect services delivered
• Audits payroll and billing data for accuracy on a semi-monthly basis per the Dayforce payroll schedule
• Maintains required statistics and records, including employee and participant lists, consumer records, and forms
• Maintains employee personnel files and submits documentation to the Human Resources department as required

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field
• Examples include: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Minimum 3 years of experience relevant to employment, relationship, and/or skill building with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Minimum 2 years of direct service experience working with clientele
• 1–2 years of experience supervising staff and/or leading a team
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Demonstrated behavioral competency and clinical awareness
• Strong problem-solving skills and flexibility
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliability, strong organizational skills, and sound professional judgment
• Ability to physically implement strategies outlined in IABA’s Emergency Management Guidelines , including geographical and emergency physical containment
• Ability to substitute for senior staff when needed, including providing coverage for Senior Day Program Job Coaches in the field
• Comfortable driving participants and clients in own vehicle and/or using public transportation
• Valid California driver’s license
• Proof of current automobile insurance
• Safe, operable vehicle maintained in good working condition
• Driving record free of active/current points or infractions
• Ability and willingness to travel within San Fernando County
• Ability to travel as needed for leadership meetings and conferences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Technology savvy and comfortable learning new systems
• Ability to act quickly and responsibly in emergency situations
• Ability to successfully pass a background check
• Able to provide proof of highest level of education completed and/or qualifying certificates

Benefits

• Salary: $68,000-70,304/year, Exempt
• Medical and Dental insurance for employees who work over 30+ hours per week
• Mileage reimbursement
• Vacation Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Employee discounts; fun employee events
• On-the-job training, career development, and advancement opportunities
• 401(k) Plan
• A rewarding work environment
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Dynamic work environment, no day is ever the same as the next