Supervising Life Skills Trainer

About the role

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team. 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.

Benefits

• Up to 30 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)
• Employee Assistance Program: Free mental health counseling, Free childcare referrals, Access to legal services, Grief/eldercare support, Financial planning resources

Pay

$26/hour

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 40 hours/week

Responsibilities

• Provide recreation and leisure opportunities as well as training in independent and daily living skills to adults with disabilities, including those that exhibit moderate to several behavioral challenges.
• Fill in and serve as a direct support professional when necessary.
• Ensure individuals receive person‑centered programming and are encouraged and supported in making their own decisions to the greatest extent possible.
• Offer opportunities for individuals to participate in the community in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs.
• Oversee daily program activities, ensuring provision of skills training inclusive of community recreation and leisure, money management, personal responsibility, personal care needs, self‑regulation, and social interactions occurs daily in accordance with individuals’ life plans.
• Follow through on individual behavior management plans and work cooperatively with behavior support personnel.
• Assist in hiring, training, and supervising staff in the implementation of best practice models to meet identified habilitative goals.
• Assist in training and supervising staff in accordance with DSP workforce transformation competencies and agency requirements.
• Work cooperatively with individuals and their support teams to identify areas of need and individuals’ valued outcomes.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation relating to services provided and progress toward valued outcomes.
• Conduct/attend weekly staff meetings and in‑service training programs.
• Communicate with parents, group home staff/supervisors, and legal guardians during program hours.
• Adhere to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect.
• Adhere to employment policies outlined in the Employee Handbook (dress code, attendance and punctuality, paid time off, etc.).
• Maintain confidentiality of individuals’ information per NYS Mental Hygiene Law and agency HIPAA Privacy Policies.
• Safely transport individuals to/from community sites, activities, and home.
• Maintain financial accounts of individuals, tracking receipts, overseeing purchases, and safeguarding funds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1 year of supervisory experience.
• 1 year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Dayhab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS Driver’s License and agency approval of driving record per agency’s Policy and Procedures.

Skills

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Self‑Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help