Shift Supervisor - Adults - Shelly Hill IRA

Shift SupervisorAre you a compassionate, effective communicator who understands that individuals can enjoy a better life when they feel safe, supported, accepted for who they are, and right at home? Would you like a leadership role (with advancement opportunities) that helps our organization optimize the quality of life for the individuals with autism in our IRA residences? As a Shift Supervisor, you'll work under the direction of the Residence Manager, serving as the go-to "professional in charge" during your scheduled shifts. This is an important, rewarding position; you'll empower, motivate, and inspire other team members to maintain a safe, clean-living environment, maintain approved staff-to-individual ratios, ensure compliance, and shape the culture within the IRA. From supporting skill development and daily living activities to facilitating meaningful activities and cultivating the development of trusted relationships, you can give the individuals we serve the strong, stable foundation they deserve (while also bringing their families peace of mind). And as part of our team at Anderson, you'll likewise get to feel right at home - and with new doors potentially opening as time goes on! Among other benefits, we offer team members clearly defined paths for career advancement, extensive paid time off, retirement plans with employer match, and the chance to share a true sense of purpose in a community we hope you'll enjoy for years to come.What You Will Do as a Shift Supervisor:You will create a safe, nurturing, professional environment as you offer support and assistance to individuals with autism as they engage in various daily activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and recreational experiences.You will help cultivate a sense of belonging and spirit of acceptance that will promote personal growth, socialization, and autonomy.You will attend to the educational, physical, social, and emotional needs of residents, while assisting the team with goal-oriented and structured daily programming and data collection in an assigned service delivery area.You will help implement individualized support plans and behavioral strategies under the guidance of supervisors and experienced professionals.You will maintain accurate records/documentation of progress (and any incidents) in accordance with all organizational policies and procedures.You will help program participants gain an understanding of social, daily living, and self-advocacy skills that help them more fully thrive.You will make sure that routines and systems are consistently followed in the IRA during your shift.You will ensure that activities and opportunities are provided that will support the highest quality of life possible for individuals (using the eight domains outlined in the QofL agency guidelines).You will perform duties as indicated by Program Administrators in the absence of the Residence Manager.You will have a chance - every single day - to make life richer and more meaningful for the people in your care.What You Can Bring to the Team:Dependability, integrity, compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to protect the safety and well-being of individuals with autism.Excellent communication skills and ability to work cooperatively and effectively as part of a team.The ability to adapt to changing situations, and to handle challenging circumstances with empathy, unconditional positive regard for individuals you serve, and unwavering professionalism.Alignment with our mission and values.An openness to mentorship and ongoing guidance as you navigate your role.Dedication to optimizing the quality of life for everyone who is part of our Anderson Center for Autism community.Additional Requirements:High School Diploma/GED required; continuation of education in the human service field is encouraged.NYS Drivers License required.Must be at least 21 years of age.Experience working with children or adults with developmental disabilities required.Must maintain training or qualifications in First Aid, CPR, SCIP-R, Individual Rights, and Overview of people with Developmental Disabilities, PRAISE, Emergency Procedures, Fire Safety, Choking and Prevention of Choking and Aspiration.Maintain AMAP certification and ADT certification.Must maintain qualifications in the crisis intervention procedure of the agency.Must be capable at all times of initiating or assisting in all components of the crisis intervention of the agency.Must be capable at all times of assisting occupants in the orderly evacuation of the facility, by both primary and secondary paths in the event of fire or other emergency.Ability to successfully complete and maintain required orientation, training, and professional qualifications.Fulfillment of all mandated reporting requirements, compliance with agency policies, and adherence to organizational protocols.Anderson's QUALITY OF LIFE Expectation: To actively support Anderson's mission by promoting and enhancing the quality of life (QofL) of the individuals we serve through thoughtful, comprehensive, and person-centered practices. A Benefits Package Designed to Optimize YOUR Quality of Life Too:Up to 6 weeks of paid time off (starting in your first year!)403(b) retirement plan with employer match and annual contributionComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plansWellness programOngoing professional developmentDiscounted tuition at select colleges/universitiesScholarship program for those seeking educational experiences aligned with the role (*restrictions apply)Invitations to staff appreciation events and experiencesAnd much, much more! To get a better understanding of the benefits that will be available to you, visit andersoncenterforautism.org/benefit. Pay Range: $22.20 - $27.65 Hourly; Based on education, experience and RBT certification.Ready to Bring Your Purpose to Life? A bright future for you begins here at Anderson Center for Autism. Open the door to a rewarding career with advancement opportunities; expand possibilities for yourself AND for individuals with autism, their families, your colleagues, our cause, and society as a whole! Apply today. You'll contribute to a meaningful mission, now and for years to come! Life as Part of our Anderson Center for Autism Team If you are looking to build a career that brings you a deep sense of purpose and a high quality of life, Anderson Center for Autism might be just the landing place you've envisioned. Here you will enjoy a supportive, friendly work environment that values your ideas and insights, provides rewarding mentorship experiences, and opens doors to new professional opportunities that can transform your journey. And by working at Anderson, you will be part of a movement so much bigger than all of us. Founded over 100 years ago (in 1924), our award-winning, evidence-based educational, vocational, residential, clinical, and consulting/training programs have successfully optimized the quality of life for individuals with autism for decades now. In addition, we work every day to cultivate a broader culture of acceptance in society, further adding to the legacy of compassion for which we have come to be known throughout the country and around the world. In addition to a rewarding career experience, as part of our team you'll also enjoy competitive pay, a generous retirement plan (including employer match and annual contribution), abundant vacation time, robust benefits, ongoing opportunities for learning and advancement, wellness programs, staff appreciation events, and a chance to work alongside wonderful professionals in a positive environment.Our organization is committed to providing a diverse workforce by ensuring that discrimination barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes a person in one of these protected groups. Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.EOE