JOB PURPOSE:  Provides supervision to staff providing services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities served in General Revenue, Home and Community-based Services and TxHmL, and PASRR programs. Is responsible for the overall program structure and supervision of the Program. Operates within the guidelines of the Performance Contract, HCS (GR), and TxHmL and PASRR Principles. May perform direct care services. Is responsible for program management. Collects data for program evaluations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High school diploma or GED plus four (4) years' experience in the field of work related to the duties of the position. Bachelor's degree may substitute for three years' of experience. Experience must include effective oral and written communication skills. Preference will be given to applicants with 2 (two) years' experience in supervision, experience working with individuals with severe or profoundly intellectual deficits or with severe physical disabilities and experience with individuals who are on the Autism Spectrum and knowledge of behavior therapy techniques and SAMA.

DEGREE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED (IF APPLICABLE):   

DRIVING REQUIRED:    Yes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, & ABILITIES:

• Good spelling and grammar skills.
• Ability to write progress notes according to standards, assessments, letters, various complex reports and miscellaneous other documents with acceptable spelling and grammar.
• Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork, produce reports.
• Ability to lift and carry 45 pounds or more, ability to perform repeated bending, walking, standing, kneeling, pushing, twisting, stooping and simple grasping.
• Has to be able to assess the changing needs of the individual on a daily basis as well as on an annual basis

OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR CONDITIONS (specify):

• May be required to interact with other consumers, referral sources, outside agencies, and family members to determine needs and actions to be taken. 
• Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. 
• Liability insurance required if employee will operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business.  Must be insurable by Center's liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business.
• Must complete all training requirements in month in which they are due.
• May be required to provide on-call duties. 
• Availability of a personal vehicle for business use may be required. 
• Work will take place within office setting, community setting and within the homes of clients, which may include shelters and temporary housing.
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must successfully pass all background screens as required by the state
• Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork, produce reports.
• Must be physically able to conduct home visits to include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and standing for long periods of time if required.