The Supported Living Manager oversees the Supported Living Direct Support Staff that will work in various home based locations by supervising, instructing, training, and assisting the Supported Living Direct Care Professionals in providing services to the individuals. In addition, managers may ensure that the individuals receive appropriate care through programs to help them live and work in the community. They encourage all individuals to gain greater independence and make a difference daily by applying the five Chrysalis Values: Respect, Safety, Fun, Mentoring and Accountability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain Individuals’ Health
Assist in developing, implementing, and reporting on the Person Centered Plans
Oversees Behavior Plans and Supervision Guidelines to ensure they are followed
Punctuality and regular/consistent attendance at the worksite are required and the employee must be able adhere to their workplace schedule in order to ensure proper oversight of individuals.
Stay awake, responsive, and communicate effectively to the individuals
Plan weekly menus for proper nutrition
Ability to protect, balance and maintain individual’s finances and maintain finance folders
Assist individuals in making appropriate purchases
Teach individuals basic financial skills

Supervise and Manage Staff

Ensure new employees attend New Employee Orientation before beginning work
Maintain appropriate number of staff and staff hours
Provide adequate training for staff on their first 8 hour shift in the home
Ensure employees are trained within established time frames
Ensure on-going training is completed by employees
Conduct employee evaluations
Follow work related injury, anti-harassment, ADA and FMLA procedures
Create an environment that will help provide a great experience to retain employees
Ensure employee Plan of Action procedures are followed
Make a monthly schedule for employees
Manage employee issues and concerns
Comply with overtime and staffing policy
Ensure house books are completed by staff
Audit all timesheets for completeness and accuracy by due date. All timesheets should meet the minimum requirements:
- The pay period date listed on top
- Signed by the manager
- Signed by the employee
- Accompanied by the actual worked calendar/24 hour log (Nevada)

Complete Necessary Paperwork

Overtime reports, attendance reports for individuals, track progress for individuals, monthly newsletters, activity calendar and other required documents

Provides a Healthy, Clean Environment for Individuals

Ensure staff is following cleaning charts
Ensure individuals are receiving adequate nutrition
Other duties as assigned by the Director/Associate Director

Requirements

Minimum of at least 18 or 21 years of age depending on the assigned location
Pass a criminal background and LEIE check at least annually
Should possess the ability to speak, read and write effectively in English
Maintain a valid driver’s license if driving
Meet Chrysalis driving policy requirements if driving

Experience or Education:

High school diploma or GED
Minimum of six months of related experience working with people with disabilities
Minimum of six months of management experience

Training and Certifications:

Complete all initial and on-going training requirements within established time frames
Complete management training with appropriate administration

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Person Centered Plans and the ability to develop and write effective goals
Understanding of state policies and the Provider Code of Conduct
Excellent public relations skills working with the individual’s family
Ability to communicate effectively with medical, professional, and state employees
Ability to manage personnel issues and deal with staff in a positive manner
Demonstrate good judgment and ability to handle crisis situations
Basic word processing skills
Ability to prioritize work load
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrate a service oriented attitude

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