SUPERVISOR OF PREVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS

SUMMARY

The Supervisor of Prevocational Programs at Opportunity Village is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to reach their full potential by fostering a person-centered approach that promotes growth, independence, and skill development. Committed to Opportunity Village's mission of enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities, the Supervisor plays a pivotal role in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes independence, skill development, and community integration. This role ensures high-quality care while meeting operational and regulatory standards by providing compassionate leadership, mentorship, and training to a team of dedicated professionals. Through collaboration, advocacy, and a focus on continuous improvement, the Supervisor helps individuals served thrive in their personal and vocational goals while also contributing to the broader mission of empowering individuals to live their most fulfilling lives.

Embrace Opportunity Village's core values by cultivating positive and meaningful CONNECTIONS with participants and team members, demonstrating ENTHUSIASM, high standards of PRODUCTIVITY, authentic STEWARDSHIP, and consistent participation in individual and team DEVELOPMENT.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Utilize appropriate methods for working with individuals with intellectual or physical disabilities.
2. Assist in department orientation, team member development, and ongoing training to ensure team members are well-equipped and knowledgeable.
3. Provide guidance, mentorship, and supportive supervision to maintain high-performance standards and foster professional growth.
4. Ensure engagement in goal-specific activities and proper documentation of individuals' and team member's progress is being measured.
5. Ensure the operational needs of the program are met while adhering to budgetary guidelines, i.e., ensure the accuracy of individual enrollment, attendance, billing, supply ordering and management.
6. Review and monitor team member payroll for accuracy and adherence to organizational policies.
7. Conduct regular reviews of individuals' Person-Centered Plans, ID notes, quarterly reports, consent forms, and data tracking to ensure compliance with care standards and expectations.
8. Ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment that supports the health and well-being of individuals served, team members, and volunteers. This includes maintaining appropriate ratios, overseeing facility upkeep, and fostering a positive and secure atmosphere.
9. Collaborate and coordinate care with other direct support professionals, including nursing and care coordination teams, to ensure comprehensive support.
10. Ensure compliance with all Federal and State regulations.
11. Adhere to Opportunity Village's established policies and procedures.
12. Accept and apply performance-based feedback.
13. Actively participates in community networking, public education, and individual advocacy.

• Representing the organization at community events, resource fairs, hiring events, or disability awareness campaigns.
• Facilitating on-site tours for community members, stakeholders, and partner organizations to showcase services, success stories, and day-to-day programming.
• Hosting and coordinating volunteer groups, providing orientation, guidance, and context around working with individuals with disabilities.
• Participating in Person-Centered Planning (PCP) meetings as an advocate and professional voice, collaborating with the individual's support team to ensure meaningful outcomes.

14. Participates in investigations regarding incidents of abuse, neglect, isolation, or exploitation, ensuring timely and thorough reporting. 15.  Must be able to meet all requirements of OV vehicle policies and travel:

• Between worksite locations
• Within the community

16. Report suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, Isolation, and Abandonment (ANEIA) immediately as mandated by state law.

17. May be assigned other duties as needed. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position oversees the work of Direct Support Professionals, Senior Direct Support Professionals, Lead Direct Support Professionals, and the Receptionist

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position oversees the work of Direct Support Professionals, Senior Direct Support Professionals, Lead Direct Support Professionals, and the Receptionist. 

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, team members, and supervisors (verbal and written).
• Ability to care, respond, and work with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Must possess social perceptiveness to assess and understand other's reactions and behaviors.
• Must encompass a professional demeanor.
• Ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to conduct tasks and successfully perform under critical deadlines.
• Ability to interpret instructions, gain knowledge, and have initiative.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to complete all required documentation, i.e., ID Notes and Incident Reports
• Ability to resolve multiple complex issues simultaneously while remaining calm in stressful situations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of three (3) years of verifiable supervisory experience in the Human Services or Health Care field.

               OR

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Health Care, or a related field, with at least one (1) year of verifiable supervisory experience in the Human Services or Health Care field.

• Required: Valid driver's license and ability to meet insurance requirements.
• Required: Current CPI certification within 30 days of employment
• Required: Current CPR and First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment
• Required: Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described below represent those that a team member must meet to perform essential functions of the job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and functions of the position. The list below of minimum essential functions is illustrative of the minimums only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed.

• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds
• Frequent bending, sitting, standing, lifting, and walking
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to endure varied noise levels from moderate to loud.
• Ability to tolerate slight to extreme indoor and outdoor temperatures.
• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and examine documents, records, and files.