Supervisor, Adult Services Mobile

**Transitions** is a not-for-profit organization that has been Building New Tomorrows since 1978. We offer support services to people with developmental disabilities of all ages and their families in St. Albert, Sturgeon County and northwest Edmonton. With clear vision and commitment, we are committed to offering services that are person and family centered.

Our teams promote an atmosphere of fun and creativity with the belief that this leads to better outcomes for everyone. We strive for excellence every day.
- **Transitions**_ is looking for a _**Supervisor of Mobile and Residential Supports**_ in our Adult Services Program. This Supervisor position is a _**temporary**_ (18 months) Full-Time (36.25 hours/wk) position. Expectations are to work within a pre-determined rotation. Schedules are provided in advance, however occasional shift adjustments may be required to accommodate the needs of individuals or the program.

**Roles and Responsibilities**:

- Responsible for providing leadership and supervision for Team Leads and Direct Support Professionals.
- Will assist Team Leads with ensuring services provided align with the agency's values.
- Provide support to Team Leads, Direct Support Professionals and associated administrative staff to enable effective staff assignment and service delivery.
- Work collaboratively with Team Leads to ensure staffing needs and other supports are identified and align with each person's Individual Support Plan.
- Develop budgets and service delivery proposals for new or changed services and/or continuation of existing services.
- Complete Team Lead Performance Appraisals and collaborate with Team Leads on the Performance Appraisals of the Direct Support Professionals.
- Regularly attend scheduled Supervisor Team and Team Lead meetings.
- Verify practices, procedures and guidelines are being followed to ensure accreditation standards are met.
- Participate as a member of the Procedures Committee.
- Ensure policies, procedures and processes are understood and practiced by team members.
- Ensures the Transitions Code of Ethics and Confidentiality Statements are adhered to personally and amongst the team.
- Understand and support Transitions' Purpose Statement and Core Values.
- Be knowledgeable about Transitions framework and have an understanding of the strategic/operational plans that guide the services we provide.
- Be professional, honest and ethical at all times.
- Comply with all workplace health and safety rules and guidelines.
- Deal effectively with crisis; assessing the risk and acting accordingly.
- Investigate serious matter for immediate resolution.
- Ensure required documentation is up to date.
- Support people to pursue their professional goals through skill development.
- Build rapport with persons supported, guardians, family and staff.
- Encourage self-advocacy, self-determination and opportunities to participate in the community.
- Support people to be active citizens by committing to the principles of building independence, self-sufficiency and community connections.
- Be inspirational and embrace a culture toward a shared vision.
- Provide a learning environment for colleagues, staff, teams and the community.
- Cultivate collaborative working relationships based on open communication, trust and understanding.

**Qualifications**:

- Five years’ experience in the Rehabilitation or Human Services Field.
- Diploma or degree in related area (e.g. Disability Studies).
- Expertise in a specialize area would be an asset (_e.g. Behavioural Support, Person Centered Planning approaches, Accreditation, Community Building, First Aid and CPR, Medication Administration_).
- The ability to facilitate training sessions in the Rehabilitation field would be considered an asset.
- Strong organizational, problem solving skills and interpersonal skills.
- Must have a clear, current Criminal Record Check, which includes vulnerable sector.

Pay: $27.44-$36.11 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- On call

Work Location: In person