Assistant Team Leader Developmental Disabilities

Are you passionate about social justice and looking for a caseload management position where you get to focus on a very small caseload?

If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect opportunity for you! UCP offers great benefits, paid sabbatical for managers, and plenty of opportunities for growth and fun.

UCP Oregon helps adults who experience disabilities to live the life of their dreamswhether thats living independently, working in a great job, or pursuing their interests and hobbies. We encourage a culture of IDEAS (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Support) and are working towards building a diverse and inclusive workforce to represent and empower the community we support.

Were currently seeking an Assistant Team Leader who will work in our Supported Living Department. You will assist approximately 5 adults who experience various disabilities to live independently in their own houses and apartments. Youll be part of a close-knit, diverse team, and will get to make a difference every day!

Duties:

• Support a caseload of approximately 5 adults: 1) create and oversee their plans and associated documentation, 2) manage their health needs (coordinating doctors appointments and addressing health concerns), 3) assist with finances (paying bills, banking, and budgeting), 4) provide life coaching, and 5) assist with errands and occasional personal care support.
• Supervise approximately 8 direct support professionals who work in the homes of the people on your caseload.
• Assist the Team Leader to lead the team (facilitating meetings, directing employees, and assisting with problem-solving).
• Serve as part of the departments management team (reviewing documentation, solving problems, and training new employees).
• Serve in an on-call capacity responding to critical issues and emergencies approximately 10 to 11 times per year. Every month you are on the pager either Friday through Monday or Monday through Friday (schedule alternates each month) which equates to 4-5 weeks per year.

Hours & Location:

• Your schedule will be reasonably flexible and self-directed, but you will typically work Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm, and on occasion, evenings and weekends when you are on-call (4-5 weeks per year).
• Assistant Team Leaders work a hybrid schedule (2 days in office, 3 days at home or out in the field). However, during your training period, you will be required to work in office on a more regular basis located at NE 102nd Avenue.

To Apply:

• Its easy to apply! Click the "Apply for this job" button below.
• UCP Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. UCP considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people who experience disabilities to apply.
• Find out more about UCP at: http://www.ucpaorwa.org/.

• Bachelors degree and at least 1 year direct human service job experience (working with people who have disabilities, seniors, at-risk youth, or other under-represented populations), or a high school diploma/GED and 2 years direct human service job experience.
• Able to drive on the job which means that you are at least 18 years old, have a reliable personal vehicle, a valid drivers license, auto insurance, at least 2 years driving experience, and a clean driving record.
• Able to pass a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50 lbs., and a criminal history background check.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and lead other employees.
• Demonstrated experience balancing multiple work demands.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and make strategic decisions.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer self-determination and personalized support.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and connect to people from diverse backgrounds.

• $47,174 annual salary; exempt from overtime. Annual wage increase based on satisfactory performance.
• Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• 4 weeks paid time off, rising to 5 weeks after 5 years of service at UCP.
• 11 paid holidays off per year.
• 1 paid day off for each week you are on-call (4-5 days per year).
• Mileage and expense reimbursement.
• Company cellphone.
• 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match.
• Paid 8-week sabbatical after 10 years of serving in a management role.
• Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon.

Posted: 7/10/2023