Full-time Community Hab & Respite Services Supervisor in Syracuse

Exceptional Family Resources (EFR), a growing Syracuse-based not-for-profit agency, is currently seeking a full-time Community Habilitation & Respite Supervisor to oversee services from our Syracuse office.

Position Summary: Oversee the development and implementation of community habilitation and respite services for people with developmental disabilities in Onondaga County; supervise Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) providing community-based supports

Main Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee community habilitation and respite services, work closely with service recipients and their families, care managers, DSPs, and other service providers to ensure services meet the needs of the person
• Develop and maintain Staff Action Plans and safeguards, train staff, ensure plans and safeguards are effectively implemented
• Assess and identify individual's strengths and areas of improvement to develop staff supports
• Supervise and monitor the work of the DSPs through on-site visits, feedback from service recipients and families served, and documentation provided by DSPs
• Facilitate introductions between potential staff and service recipients
• Recruit, train, and develop 1:1 support staff
• Ensure all services and documentation comply with Medicaid billing standards

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements:

• 1-2 years related experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred
• Familiarity with OPWDD requirements and oversight of disability services preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Human Service-related field preferred
• Reliable transportation required
• Current auto insurance, valid NYS driver's license, and acceptable driving record required
• Knowledge of computer systems and usage preferred (Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher)
• Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community and abide by EFR's technology policy.

Starting Salary: $40,015 (based on experience and education)

Primary Office Location: Syracuse, NY

Benefits are offered to employees working full-time hours each week:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching up to 4%
• Flexible spending account
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Established in 1976, EFR is a family orientated organization that provides services to people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. EFR is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

EFR is a qualified employer in the New York State Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus (HWB) Program. Employees who meet the minimum required hours may be eligible for up to two bonuses, with a total maximum payout of $3000. For more information on the Program, including eligibility requirements visit The NYS Department of Health website at: Health Care Worker Bonus Program (ny.gov)

Established in 1976, EFR is a family orientated organization that provides services to people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. EFR is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.