Direct Care Worker II – Shift Supervisor

About the role

The Department of Developmental Services is seeking a Direct Care Worker II to serve as a shift supervisor, providing oversight and direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Key responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care, nutrition, and daily living choices.
• Provide leisure activities and transport individuals to work, appointments, and recreational events.
• Supervise Direct Care Worker I staff, ensuring advocacy and respectful care.
• Oversee health and safety, including medication administration and emergency procedures.
• Communicate with medical providers and accompany individuals to appointments.

Required profile

• At least one year of experience providing direct support to persons with developmental, intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities, or an associate’s degree in a related human services field.
• Current valid Class D motor vehicle driver’s license.
• Ability to plan, assign, and coordinate activities of others and give clear written or oral instructions.

Required skills

• Knowledge of health and safety practices, including evacuation procedures.
• Ability to administer medications and manage health concerns.