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Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services · 1 day ago

Developmental Technician Shift Supervisor - BSDC

Beatrice, NE

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$29.79/hr - $29.79/hr

1+ years exp

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Developmental Technician Shift Supervisor to lead and support a team working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities. The role involves providing direct supervision, ensuring the well-being of individuals, and managing personnel functions for staff.

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Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision, support, coaching and mentoring to Developmental Technician I and II's on assigned shifts

Serve as a role model to Developmental Technicians by modeling appropriate individual interaction and the provision of active treatment

Responsible for notifying appropriate personnel of problems related to resource allocation or the physical living environment to ensure their resolution

Provide direct care services, behavioral training, housekeeping and laundry services related to the needs of developmentally disabled individuals. Perform related work as assigned

Ensures each individual’s developmental and physical needs are met through active treatment as described in the Individual Personal Plan (IPP); ensures that human and legal rights of the individual are protected

Leads and monitors provision of active treatment and schedules of activities for individuals insuring that services are coordinated as indicated in the individuals’ personal care plans

Administers medications and treatments, performs and/or monitors individual’s personal hygiene and establishes and maintains a safe working environment

Performs personnel functions for assigned Developmental Technician staff including participating in hiring, assigning/recommending/issuing disciplinary actions including suspensions and terminations, providing on-the-job training and regular performance feedback and preparing, evaluating and conducting performance evaluations; provides comprehensive information to Human Resources representatives during the formal discipline process

Participates in completing bi-weekly staffing schedules for shift supervised. Ensures that an adequate and appropriate number of trained staff are available to provide quality supports and services to individuals; distributes completed schedule per contract stipulations

Transport individuals into the community on trips, leisure, or medical appointments

Qualification

Supervisory experienceDirect support experienceMedication Aide RegistryProblem solving techniquesPerson centered careCommunication skillsTime management skillsTeam leadership

Required

Be at least 18 years of age

One year experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities or experience leading, monitoring or supervising a team

Possess a valid driver's license

Must have a valid drivers license

Incumbents are expected to successfully complete Basic Support class within 120 days and facility training requirements within 6 months of employment

Incumbents must also maintain listing on the Medication Aide Registry during the course of employment

Demonstrate proper lifting, including a buddy lift, within a weight range of 50 to 200 lbs to heights of 36 inches

Lift, bend, push and/or pull 50 pounds on a continual basis

This position requires proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the language effectively

Preferred

One year experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities AND experience leading, monitoring or supervising a team