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The Summit Center

Supervisor of Community Services

The Summit Center, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266

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Job Details Position:

Supervisor of Community Services

Pay:

$22.00 - $23.00/hour

Location:

Amherst, NY

Schedule:

Tuesday: 1:30 pm – 9 pm

Wednesday: 8 am – 4 pm

Thursday: 8 am – 4 pm

Friday: 1:30 pm – 9 pm

Saturday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm (minimum 3 Saturdays per month)

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day

Why Work With Us?

Up to 32 days of paid time off

14–16 paid holidays annually

Potential for annual raises and profit sharing

Health, dental, and vision insurance / medical opt‑out payment (up to $1,000/year)

401(k) with up to 4% employer match

Life and long‑term disability insurance

Your Impact as the Supervisor of Community Services The Supervisor of Community Services oversees respite and grant‑funded services, ensuring program objectives are met for initiatives including STAR Recreation, BFFS, and STAR. Responsibilities include interviewing, training, and supervising Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), planning and scheduling staff and program activities, and providing direct support when needed.

Ensures that individuals served are provided personal choice and encouraged to make their own decisions to the greatest extent possible.

Provides opportunities for individuals to participate in the community and the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs.

Ensures services are provided as per individual life plans and/or agency contracts.

Provides crisis intervention as needed.

Assists with staff training in best‑practice methods.

Performs behavioral, health, and safety standards as defined in employee handbook.

Ensures quality assurance in the provision of services.

Maintains the rights of individuals being served.

Assists with hiring and training of staff.

Ensures staff follow incident reporting guidelines per agency policies and OPWDD regulations.

Completes observations of DSP / Respite staff.

Assists with program supply orders and field trip planning.

Works as a Life Skills Trainer.

Education and Experience

Associate’s degree in Human Services or related field.

One year of experience in the field of developmental disabilities.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, etc. A valid NYS Driver’s License.

At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.

Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!

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