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Advocates Unit Supervisor in Sterling, Massachusetts
Overview
Starting Rate: $20/hour
As a Unit Supervisor at the Sterling Employment Center, your role is pivotal in the development and execution of Individual Service Plan (ISP) goals, behavior support strategies, and therapy services tailored to individuals in your care. You will create schedules and coordinate opportunities for work, volunteerism, and community engagement that align with their unique needs and aspirations. Your responsibilities will encompass meticulous documentation, including assessments and evaluations.
Leading a dedicated team of support staff, you will provide mentorship and cultivate a nurturing environment that encourages individuals to exercise autonomy in decision-making to the fullest extent possible. Collaborating closely with the Program Supervisor, you will contribute to administrative planning, ensuring seamless operations and the delivery of effective services across the unit.
The Sterling Employment Center is dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities to secure meaningful job opportunities. We provide comprehensive support services to individuals ages 21 and above, aimed at enhancing job readiness skills, fostering independence, and facilitating integration into the workforce.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/GED
Responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge of, and commitment to, agency mission and values
Promote the mission and values of HMEA through effective leadership
Promote teamwork; practice open communication and respect diversity
Hire, train, and supervise support staff
Develop schedules and opportunities for work, volunteer and/or community activities that are appropriate and meaningful to the individuals supported
Assist with the development and implementation of ISP goals and objectives, behavior support strategies and therapy services for individuals supported
Complete written documentation (including assessments and evaluations), reports and records in a timely and professional manner
Manage program and consumer funds in accordance with HMEA policies and procedures
Encourage and support individuals in making independent choices to the greatest extent possible
Demonstrate effective use of analytical skills, past experience and logic in order to render sound and objective decisions
Assist Program Supervisor in administrative planning
Competencies:
Problem Solving-identifiesand resolves problemsin a timely mannerand gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Respect –shows respect for self, coworkers and the individuals supported.
Interpersonal Skills-maintainsconfidentiality,remainsopen to others’ideasandexhibitswillingness to try new things.
Oral communication- speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situationsdemonstratesgroup presentation skills.
Written Communication-is able toread and write information to communicate.
Planning/organizing- prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
Quality control-demonstratesaccuracy and thoroughness andmonitorsown work to ensure quality.
Adaptability- adapts to changes in the work environment and deals with frequent change,delaysor unexpected events.
Dependability- is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to managementdirectionandsolicitsfeedback to improve performance.
Safety and security- actively promotes and personallyobservessafety and securityprocedures, anduses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications
Associates degree in related field preferred; experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
3 or more years’ experience working in related field.
Valid driver’s license along with an acceptable driving status.
Use of a reliable vehicle, which seats two passengers.
Additional specific experience may be required.
HMEA, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of affirmative action.
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Job Locations US-MA-Sterling
Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/GED
Job ID 2024-10637
Organization Advocates
Type Regular Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Business Unit Developmental Services