What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional Lead/Support Manager position at Upper Valley Services?
Upper Valley Services (UVS) is one of Vermont’s designated non-profit agencies serving people with developmental disabilities and adults who are eligible for Adult Family Care.
UVS is seeking an engaging and collaborative team member to oversee and support our Randolph Program’s Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). In this role, the DSP Lead/Support Manager will:
- Ensure Individuals are receiving healthy, safe, and supportive self-directed services in their lives, employment, community, and education
- Supervise, mentor, and train current and incoming DSP team members
- Communicate and collaborate with Service Coordinators regarding scheduling and supports
- Fill in for DSP team members when needed
- Actively participate in the development of community and employment support
- Foster the growth of relationships and networks within the community
A few of the essential skills needed for this valuable position are:
- Strong organizational and written and verbal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to cover shifts and work overtime if needed
- Strong leadership, analytical, and interpersonal skills a must
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle emergency situations
- Ability to transport Individuals, valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable insured transportation a must
Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent with at least 4 years’ experience in developmental disabilities services
- Minimum 2 years supervisory experience
- Previous experience as a DSP preferred
- Understanding and proficiency in electronic scheduling, health record, and data platforms
Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- FSA and Dependent care account
- Vacation, Sick, and Personal time
- 403B Retirement plan
- Life and Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Will and travel assistance programs
- Tuition repayment assistance programs
- Tire purchase program
- Wellness incentive program
- 13 paid holidays a year
- Professional development and training opportunities
- $1000 sign on bonus
Candidates will undergo background checks, must have a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee to perform this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment or change the employment-at-will status of the employment relationship for the employee or the Agency.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of UVS to insure, in compliance with and to the limits of federal and state laws, that all employment decisions and actions are made without regard to religion, gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, age, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, having a positive test result on an HIV related blood test or any other legally protected classification. If an individual with a disability requires a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of his or her position or job for which he or she has applied, upon request, UVS will provide such accommodation in compliance with state and federal laws.
Salary : $45,000
