Center Supervisor

## Description

**Company Overview**

Headquartered in Princeton, NJ, **Eden** is a community-services provider and not-for-profit organization, serving children and adults with autism for over 50 years. Founded in 1975, Eden began as a small, family-oriented school for individuals with autism and today offers classes from pre-K through age 21. In addition, Eden provides services for adults with autism including residential and employment programs, as well as providing clinical and training support for families and professionals.

**Introduction**

We have an exciting career opportunity for a **Center Supervisor** who will provide training and supervision of center staff; provide oversight of the operations and clinical aspects of the center and its participants; and maintain communication with parents, staff, and regulatory agencies. The location of the position is Plainsboro, NJ. The Hours for the position are Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm with flexibility as needed.

**Supervision**

• Oversee and conduct training and evaluation of staff.
• Assign and monitor mentors for new staff.
• Initiate and conduct disciplinary action for staff as necessary.
• Create and implement daily and weekly schedules to include activities, job placements, transportation assignments, etc.
• Assign individuals to teaching staff to ensure adequate coverage.
• Maintain Individualized Health Plan (IHP) and progress report schedules; assign progress reports, probes etc.; review and edit for accuracy.

**Operations**

• Oversee daily operation of assigned residence including creation and implementation of residential schedule, ensuring adequate staff coverage for all shifts
• Dispense/oversee medication administration and documentation
• Oversee and implement behavior support plans for all participants
• Maintain participants’ files including medical, dental, IHPs, etc.
• Schedule all medical and dental appointments including follow ups and ensure coverage
• Maintain and report residential and participant budget related activities
• Complete and submit behavioral, clinical, financial, medical and facilities paperwork monthly and/or as necessary
• Complete and submit weekly attendance records and time off requests
• Maintain time off records for participants and staff
• Complete and adhere to all necessary purchasing, requisition, and accounting forms and procedures
• Participate in monthly medication check-in with Health & Social Services Coordinator and/or Adult Services Nurse.
• Perform light facility based maintenance duties to include changing light bulbs, unclogging toilets and drains, simple furniture repairs, trash removal, and moving smaller pieces of furniture.
• Maintain safe living conditions by performing tasks such as simple snow removal, maintaining an uncluttered environment, changing batteries in smoke detectors etc.
• Report any maintenance issues/needs to the Facilities Department.
• Oversee all components of the Adult Day Care and Nutrition Program.
• Record and update data daily in Therap.

C**linical**

• Develop and oversee implementation of Individual Habilitation Plans for all participants in center.
• Participate in the development of behavior support plans for all participants.
• Ensure data collection on all teaching and behavior support programs and review for accuracy and progress.
• Troubleshoot teaching and behavior support plans as needed.
• Ensure completion of monthly progress reports.

**Communication/Meetings**

• Maintain responsive, professional and proactive communication with families and colleagues
• Regularly schedule and conduct individual meetings with Lead Parent and house staff
• Schedule and conduct regular residence meetings for staff and for participants
• Attend monthly Supervisor’s Meetings and Trainings
• Quarterly communication with DDD case managers
• Notify the Coordinator immediately of any situation which compromises the safe and effective operation of Adult Services and the participants’ it serves.
• Cooperate with Eden Autism Services and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection or investigation.

*(The responsibilities listed are representative and not all inclusive; other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s.)*

**POSITION REQUIREMENTS**

**Education**: High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Social Services or related field is preferred;

**Experience**: Minimum three (3) years of direct care work experience, preferably with developmentally disabled individuals; one (1) year supervisory experience; Fee for Service/Therap certification a plus; must possess a valid driver’s license with record in good standing and 3 years of driving experience.

**Physical Requirements:**

• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time during the work day, including bending, squatting, kneeling, stretching and stooping; and reaching above shoulder level.
• Vision requirements including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to utilize and maintain physical restraints with participants as needed.
• Mobility to ensure the safety of participants at all times.

**Specialized Skills and Knowledge**

• Familiarity with IHPs including development and implementation.
• Ability to demonstrate a sound working knowledge of applied behavioral analysis.
• Proven commitment to helping individuals with autism and their families and willingness to support the organization’s mission and growth.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure organizational compliance with contractual and regulatory bodies.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with individuals and groups, both internally and externally.
• Strong ability to analyze an issue or problem and make recommendations for an effective and efficient resolution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Proven commitment to providing excellent customer service on a consistent basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Beginner to intermediate proficiency in MS Office including Word and Excel.

**Employee Benefits**

Eden offers a comprehensive salary and well-rounded benefits package including medical and dental, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.

Eden is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Eden Autism is an E-Verify Employer