Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Executive Office of Health and Human Services Hiring for Residential Supervisor I at North Andover, MA  Full Time

This position is located in North Andover

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) would like to announce the availability of a full-time Residential Supervisor I position working in the Northeast Region for Northeast Residential Services. This position is responsible for the overall day to day management of the group home including supervision of all staff and individuals as assigned.

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

• Will coordinate, implement, and supervise the administrative and clinical operations of the home, including residential program development.

• Provide staff training and assess individuals’ needs, abilities, and resources to develop therapeutic programs in community living skills, participate in the interdisciplinary team, coordinate and participate in Individual Service Plan implementation.

• Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment

• Ensure the provision of appropriate individuals’ services as indicated in Individual Service Plans

• Implement and/or ensure compliance of policies, regulations, and procedures.

• Promote principles of normalization and dignity and provide for the welfare of individuals by making personnel recommendations for hiring and promoting staff.

• Supervise and evaluate support staff and maintain adequate staffing patterns.

• Develop, implement, and maintain data collection and records.

• Monitor and evaluate the physical operation and maintenance of the residence and monitor residential budgets, maintain individuals’ funds; assist individuals with expenditures and money management.
• Act as a liaison to adjunct personnel, ensures effective communication between staff and performs related work as required.

Schedule:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Tuesday – 1:00pm-9:30pm
Wednesday – 9:00am-5:30pm
Thursday – 6:00am-2:30pm
Friday – 12:00pm-8:30pm
Saturday – 9:00am-5:30pm

Days-Off: Sunday/Monday

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.

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Pre-Hire Process:

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

* Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search:

* Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services.

• National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check.

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.

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For questions concerning the information in this requisition please contact the Human Resources’ Field Office at 857-268-2337.

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

This position is designated as an “EMERGENCY” Position in the Department of Developmental Service’s Emergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, you will be required to report to work.

This is a Civil Service position. If there is no Civil Service list for this title, employees appointed must take and pass the next Civil Service examination when administered.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

At least (A) three (3) 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 (B) one (1) year must have been in either a supervisory or leadership capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions.

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 (2) years of the required (A) 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 the required (A) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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COVID Vaccine: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.