Residential Supervisor II

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking to fill a Residential Supervisor II position.  The Residential Supervisor II is responsible to supervise two residential homes located in Taunton, MA.

 Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive.)   

• Supervision, training, evaluation, and scheduling of approximately 25 direct support staff.
• Implement consumer individual service plans (ISP).
• Provide direct support as needed to enhance the fulfillment of the consumer’s human rights, individual control, and community membership.
• Monitor residential and consumer funds.
• Oversee consumer health coordination with nursing supports.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Department regulations, policies, and procedures.   

Please Note:  

This position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, the selected candidate will be required to report to work. 

The Residential Supervisor II position is in a program that operates 24-hours/7 days a week. Candidates must be flexible in their work schedule.  The Department requires employees in this position to be able to perform Mandatory Overtime when circumstances dictate the need.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Familiarity with Microsoft programs. 
• Experience working with individuals have Intellectual Disabilities; Skills using communication styles and/or augmentative communication systems.

Special Requirements:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. 

SCHEDULE Information:

• Full-time – 40-hour weekly position - 1st and 2nd shift (Day & Evening Shift)
• Day Shift - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 7:00 AM -3:30 PM
• Late Shift - Thursday - 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM. 
• Days off – Sunday & Monday
• Flexibility with work schedule is required.

About the Department of Developmental Services:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

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