Supervisor, Therapy
Sacramento, CA - USA
Job Summary
The Therapy Supervisor provides center-based leadership and operational oversight of the therapy department supporting the Regional Director of Therapy in daily operations. This role is responsible for the direct supervision training and performance management of assigned therapy staff ensuring delivery of high-quality compliant services. The Therapy Supervisor applies clinical expertise across physical occupational and speech therapy disciplines to guide team performance support program goals and promote best practices. This position collaborates closely with interdisciplinary team (IDT) members center leadership support staff participants and caregivers to ensure coordinated participant-centered addition to supervisory responsibilities the Therapy Supervisor provides direct therapy services including evaluation and treatment within the scope of licensure and in accordance with InnovAge policies PACE program requirements and applicable state regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
Participant Care Responsibilities
- Maintain a caseload based on participant need and leadership guidance.
- Perform evaluations and provide skilled therapy services; develop implement and adjust treatment plans in collaboration with participants caregivers and the IDT.
- Participate in Plan of Care development and coordinate services across the care continuum including communication with providers and care team members regarding progress and changes.
- Complete timely accurate documentation of all services including progress updates and discharge summaries in the medical record.
- Support DME management and educate participants caregivers and staff on equipment use safety ADLs and therapeutic programs.
- Report incidents variances and complaints in accordance with policy.
- Comply with all organizational regulatory and professional standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Administrative / Supervision Responsibilities
- Participate in leadership quality and utilization review activities; communicate key updates to staff.
- Supervise staff including hiring onboarding performance management and corrective actions in collaboration with Human Resources and Regional Director of Therapy; ensure timely evaluations.
- Hold rehab team accountable for achievement of defined therapy metrics through ongoing monitoring performance feedback and corrective action as needed.
- Manage daily therapy scheduling and ensure adequate staffing coverage for both planned and unplanned absences.
- Review and approve payroll including staff PTO requests and timecard corrections ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
- Provide regulatory-compliant guidance promote staff development and support continuous improvement.
- Oversee DME operations including purchasing/order approval inventory maintenance and required documentation.
- Manage departmental resources and purchases within budget; support quality safety and infection control initiatives.
- Provide orientation and education to contract providers and staff including non-therapy personnel as needed.
- Support development of department policies procedures and programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel
Estimated Time Spent- As needed or directed by supervisor
- Travel between local InnovAge work sites as assigned
- Travel to client and potential client homes and/or other off-site locations including but not limited to ALF/SNF/other residential care settings.
- Overnight travel in and/or out of state as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
One of the following educational requirements must be met
- Graduation from a Physical Therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) required.
- Graduate of an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
- Masters degree in Speech and Language Pathology
One of the following licensure requirements must be met if applicable with education
- Current State of issued Physical Therapist license that allows physical therapy practice.
- Current certification from National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) for Occupational Therapy and current state issued Occupational Therapy license that allows occupational therapy practice.
- Clinical Certification of Competency in Speech Pathology (CCC)
- Valid drivers license reliable transportation good driving record and required auto insurance.
PREFERRED
- Two years therapy experience in geriatrics
- One year of therapy leadership experience
- Bilingual
InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge youll work alongside talented respectful and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model.
InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression national origin disability protected veteran status pregnancy or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications experience and location and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance short and long-term disability life insurance and AD&D supplemental life insurance flexible spending accounts 401(k) savings paid time off and company-paid holidays.
Applicants are considered until the position is filled.
Compensation Disclaimer
The pay may vary depending on job related factors such as work location experience knowledge skills education certifications training and internal equity. InnovAge offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical dental vision 401(k) plan with company match short and long-term disability life insurance supplemental life insurance ADD flexible spending account paid time off and company paid holidays.
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Required Experience:
Manager