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Empowering People's Independence (EPI) provides support for people with developmental disabilities, epilepsy, and brain injury through progressive, tailored care to improve their health, wellbeing, independence, and social inclusion. We are committed to empowering people with disabilities to reach their individual goals and aspirations, and to live their lives to the fullest while maintaining a safe working environment. Job Purpose: The primary function of this role is to provide for the continuous direction and day-to-day operation of the program and provide oversight for all assigned individuals and supervision to all assigned staff. Hiring Range : $22.00/hr-$28.00/hr commensurate with experience Benefits:
403(b) with discretionary match Dental & Vision insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance with HSA and employer match Health savings account Life insurance Generous PTO bank Parental leave Referral program
Essential Functions:
Maintain the health and well-being of the individuals of EPI serves. Report all policy violations to appropriate personnel. Serve as on-call as needed. Provide protective oversight and supervision for individuals assigned. Aid and provide instruction services on a daily basis to achieve the individuals’ goals and objectives; provide support and assistance for Habilitators. Ensure shift has proper levels of coverage. Provides site specific staff training as requested. Ensure all required reports are completed per EPI specification. Follow up on all employees’ documentation ensuring they are accurate and up to date. Always promote workplace safety.
Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or designee within scope of practice.
Non-Essential Functions:
Participate on various committees as able.
Compliance:
Must maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion concerning all business-related matters, including but not limited to board/vendors/donors’ names, investigations, finance, operations, and employee relations matters. Must be willing to complete specific company required trainings as mandated by our governing agency, Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), at time of hire and annually thereafter.
Must adhere to all departmental /company policies & procedures at all times & ensure compliance with direct report.
Professional Deportment: Consistently demonstrate EPI’s Values:
Integrity
I will do what I say I will do. I honor my commitments, follow up, and adjust expectations if circumstances change. I do the right thing when no one is watching.
Courage
I own my responsibilities and take initiative without being told to do something. I do not shy away from difficult conversations. I will give and receive honest feedback. I constructively share my ideas and lean into disagreements for the betterment of the organization.
Adaptability
I am open to different ideas and ways of accomplishing our mission. I am approachable and work to develop self-awareness around how I am being perceived by others. I own my mistakes and learn from them.
Respect
I treat others the way they want to be treated. I am courteous, responsive, and presume best intentions. I recognize and acknowledge positive actions and contributions. I give credit where it is due. I listen to understand and reframe my message to ensure I am understood.
Education and Experience:
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent with combined one-year experience in the human service field or an associate degree in a related field.
Supervision:
Provide training to staff as directed by Supervisor. May be asked to assist in corrective action and performance management discussions.
Computer Skills:
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft programs to include Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.
Qualifications:
Must possess and maintain a valid NYS Driver’s License-a vehicle is required for business travel
Solid verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate with all persons supported and a diverse employee population of various levels within the organization. Demonstrated ability to use poise, tact, maturity and diplomacy, during difficult and/or stressful situations to effectively collaborate and resolve issues. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, and customer requests, while meeting deadlines.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described below are representative of those that are required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individuals with disabilities, which impact their ability to perform the essential functions, will need to review reasonable accommodations with Human Resources.
Must be able to talk, hear, stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time; may have to twist, bend, use hand to finger, stretch with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus
May be exposed to strong odors from time to time. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
While performing the duties of this position, exposure to changing weather conditions will occur. #IND
