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Supervising Developmental Services Worker 1

DDS South Region


Job Location:

New London, OH - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 64266 - 85288
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction


Are you a current State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) employee looking to tackle a more supervisory role If so we invite you to read more about this opportunity to become a Supervising Developmental Services Worker 1!


What we can offer you:

  • View our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
  • Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
  • A healthy work-life balance to all employees!
  • The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.
In this role we would empower you to lead a team in the pursuit of our mission to promote meaningful opportunities for the individuals we serve in order for them to fully participate as valued members of their communities. Specifically we would entrust you to:
  • Lead and guide staff in the implementation of policies and procedures
  • Collaborate with regional respite center leadership to promote quality service to our clients in daily living activities
  • Other duties as assigned
Position Highlights:
  • 1st Shift Schedule
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Saturday: 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Regular Days Off: Sunday & Monday
We encourage you to come see all that Connecticut has to offer by continuing your career with our team at DDS team!
Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service absent any applicable collective bargaining language and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

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  • The immediate vacancy is listed above however applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for acting as a supervisor or lead worker.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
  • Coordinates and supervises or assists in supervision of a residential living program including assigning work and evaluating staff performance;
  • Assists in development of policies programs and operational procedures;
  • Directs implementation of these policies programs and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations and needs of individuals;
  • Arranges for fire drills and safety inspections;
  • Supervises staff by directing and advising them on work reviewing reports and conferring with them on daily operational disciplinary and special problems;
  • Arranges for and coordinates provision of appropriate supportive care services such as housekeeping dietary maintenance and laundry;
  • Secures and distributes supplies and equipment for teaching strategies and individuals personal needs;
  • Arranges for individual transportation;
  • Monitors individual fund spending;
  • Assists in unit response to surveys and inspections;
  • Coordinates evaluates and may participate in residential care program within unit including care feeding clothing and treatment of individuals;
  • May provide orientation and in-service training to subordinate staff;
  • May complete and review for accuracy a variety of reports notes logs and requisitions etc.;
  • May design and write residential living programs;
  • May attend interdisciplinary team and administrative meetings;
  • May coordinate community support services for individuals;
  • May administer first aid in emergency situations;
  • Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
  • Considerable knowledge of
    • modern methods of working with individuals with an intellectual disability;
    • goals policies and organization of a residential living unit;
    • rehabilitative and interdisciplinary process;
  • Knowledge of
    • support services provided in residential care such as housekeeping dietary maintenance and laundry;
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to implement policies and operational procedures;
  • Supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year ofexperience working withindividuals with an intellectual disability or other developmental disabilities at the level of a Developmental Services Worker 2.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Teams Word Excel
  • Experience communicating interacting with and explaining information to internal partners external partners and the public in a professional capacity
  • Experience identifying community resources for individuals with disabilities
  • Experience assisting individuals to develop life skills
  • Experience effectively developing plans to prioritize work and assignments
  • Experience with oral and written communication with internal and external stakeholders including: guardians doctors teams and external programs
  • Experience supervising staff in supportive roles
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operators license Public Passenger Endorsement or Commercial Drivers license for designated positions.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class must possess physical and emotional health for efficient performance of duties; a physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive and/or abusive individuals; may be exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions.
Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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