Team Leader Direct Support

1 week ago


Saint Johnsbury, United States Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) Full time

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.

IDDS Team Leader

Are you looking for your next career step with an opportunity for leadership and supervisor responsibilities?

Northeast Kingdom Human Services has an opening for a DS Team Leader in St Johnsbury. The Team Leader will provide the management and leadership to support staff and consumers. AN exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role and work with a larger team of professionals.

About Northeast Kingdom Human Services

NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 450 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / SUMMARY

The DS Team Leader will support and assist the individuals receiving IDD services and their staff to follow the Individual Support Agreements (ISA) goals and objectives. These services may happen in the individual’s home, place of employment, community and/or other environments. All services will be provided in a respectful manner and follow the Home and Community Based Rules, DD Act, and NKHS DS philosophy

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Supervision of DS Service Coordinators, DSPs, or residential staff as assigned.
  • Oversees the scheduling and daily workflow for assigned direct reports.
  • Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations to direct reports.
  • Handles hiring, discipline, and termination of direct reports in accordance with organizational policy.

Essential Tasks/Functions/Responsibilities

  • Supervise assigned DS employees.
  • Provide, coordinate, mentor and document employees’ pre-service, in-service and on-going trainings.
  • Service Coordination
  • Manage on-going crisis in the areas of assigned responsibility.
  • Manage individual budgets and cost center budgets

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in human services or related field.
  • Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) certification.
  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities/or autism.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.

SALARY & BENEFITS

  • Competitive Salary: $47,590 plus based on education and experience.
  • Health and dental insurance.
  • 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match.
  • Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays.
  • Outstanding employee wellness program
  • Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, generous paid time off, and additional optional benefits

NKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin



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