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Pre-Vocational Supervisor
full-time•Middletown

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Location

Middletown

Type

full-time

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About this role

Our dedicated front line staff are out in the field making it happen on a daily basis. Our administration staff play a key role in supporting our frontline staff by giving them the resources and tools they need to be successful. Whether Finance, HR, IT, or Quality Assurance is your game, you’ll be supporting our agency to be able to provide the best programs and services possible. You’ll get to work in a supportive, creative culture with many benefits.

Location: Middletown, NY
Pay Rate: $20.50 per hour
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (40hrs)

OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:

The Pre-Vocational Supervisor assists the Team Leader:

In establishing and assuring that the daily program structure and service delivery are met with regard to regulatory standards

Ensure all staff provide pre-employment and/or job readiness activities specified in individuals’ current Life Plan and Staff Action Plan

Ensure services are habilitative and will prepare the individuals for paid employment or meaningful community activities that enable an individual to attain the highest level of community engagement in the most integrated setting with the ultimate goal of employment.  

Additional responsibilities and qualities include, but are not limited to:

  • Assure the accurate completion of all program documentation requirements according to billing/regulatory standards and time frames.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Responsible for representation at Life Plan meetings and submission of Staff Action Plans.
  • Ability to prioritize and complete multiple responsibilities.
  • Develop relationships with businesses in the community to create connections and opportunities for pre-voc, volunteer and employment for individuals.
  • Lead growth of department and responsible for timely submission of billing.
  • Strong ability to problem-solve independently and with a team.
  • Provide supervision of Pre-Voc staff.
  • Lead staff performance evaluations in alignment with DSP Core Competencies and Culture Playbook.
  • Possess excellent crisis intervention skills and the ability to make decisions to assure that necessary safeguards are in place for each individual served.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: 
 
Key Responsibilities:  Agency has an uncompromising commitment to quality and integrity—employees are expected to perform their duties and responsibilities to our high standard of quality.  
Program Management—Ensures that the program is operating effectively and required activities are being conducted; ensures that individual needs are being met; documents that the program follows state rules and guidelines; maintains individual files and records; reports facility and vehicle maintenance issues; responds to individual and program emergencies. 
Staff Management—Supervise the staff and lead their activities with the individuals. Schedules the staff to meet the needs of the program. Participates in the hiring process and recommends candidates for hire. Provides coaching and feedback, and completes staff performance agreements. Implements staff discipline as needed. Provides training on individuals and program activities and agency procedures and protocols and OPWDD regulations. Approves and audits staff timesheets.  
Advocacy—Assists individuals with achieving personal goals; works on behalf of individuals to overcome barriers; helps individuals participate in activities of their choice; respects individual’s personal beliefs, choices, and interests.  
Health Maintenance—Assist in promoting good health; communicates with members of the individual’s interdisciplinary team; provides First Aid/CPR and seeks emergency medical care when needed.  
Personal Care—May assist individuals with their mobility including lifting them from a seated or lying down position, helping them walk and maintain stability.  
Living Skills Development—Assist with developing relationships connected to natural supports and records progress on skill development and achievement  
Behavior Development—Serves as role model and mentor, demonstrating the desired behaviors; and coaching individuals using approved techniques and strategies.  
Operational Support—Maintains cleanliness of program; drives company vehicle to transport individuals to their activities; completes tasks that are beyond the individual’s abilities; follows policies and procedures for handling money.  
Professional Behavior—Acts in a professional and visionary manner and communicates effectively with others; completes training programs; trains others as required and attends required meetings  
 
 
 QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:  
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Possess strong interpersonal skill as well as organizational and planning skills
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Passionate about the field and demonstrate alignment with the company vision.
  • Must possess a strong knowledge of documentation regulatory requirements
  • Assess, identify and implement necessary training to support the development of the PreVoc staff.
  • Leading staff performance evaluations in alignment with DSP Core Competencies and Culture Playbook
  • Promotes customer satisfaction
  • Supervisory experience
  • A clean and valid driving record is required to maintain this position.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:           
  • Bachelor’s Degree in any field and 6 months experience in the field OR 
  • Associates Degree in related field with a minimum of 6 months experience in the field and 6 month’s supervisory experience in the field OR 
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience with the IDD population and 1 year of supervisory experience.  
 
 
EEO

 

Access: Network  is an EEO employer

Other facts

Tech stack
Communication Skills,Problem Solving,Supervisory Skills,Organizational Skills,Planning Skills,Crisis Intervention,Documentation Knowledge,Interpersonal Skills,Coaching,Advocacy,Health Maintenance,Living Skills Development,Behavior Development,Operational Support,Professional Behavior

About Access: Supports for Living

Rewarding Lives. Healthy Communities.

Welcome to an agency that is passionate about supporting the families and communities of the Hudson Valley.

We have been evolving services for people facing the challenges of disability and mental illness for over 58 years.

Today ...we offer a broad range of programs and touch thousands of lives every week. Yet we always work hard to focus on the needs and potentials of one person at a time.

Our many and varied services are all focused on one goal: helping people with challenges live the fullest life possible.

We believe each of us is entitled to a voice in establishing our own life goals and strive to treat each person we assist as a partner.

We are committed to making a positive difference in the communities where we live and work.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Non-profit Organizations
Founding Year: 1963

What you'll do

  • The Pre-Vocational Supervisor assists the Team Leader in ensuring daily program structure and service delivery meet regulatory standards. They also supervise staff, manage program operations, and advocate for individuals to achieve personal goals.

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What does a Pre-Vocational Supervisor do at Access: Supports for Living?

As a Pre-Vocational Supervisor at Access: Supports for Living, you will: the Pre-Vocational Supervisor assists the Team Leader in ensuring daily program structure and service delivery meet regulatory standards. They also supervise staff, manage program operations, and advocate for individuals to achieve personal goals..

Why join Access: Supports for Living as a Pre-Vocational Supervisor?

Access: Supports for Living is a leading Non-profit Organizations company.

Is the Pre-Vocational Supervisor position at Access: Supports for Living remote?

The Pre-Vocational Supervisor position at Access: Supports for Living is based in Middletown, New York, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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