Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
2800 North Highway 87, Coolidge, Arizona 85128

AM Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Salary: $49,000.00 to 51,500.00

Grade: 19

Closing Date: January 17, 2026

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Habilitation Supervisor II. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high quality, and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community. The Habilitation Supervisor II is responsible for supervising and providing leadership, mentoring, coaching, monitoring and on-the-job training to supervisors and staff who provide direct care in a 24 hour residential State Operated Group Homes. The Habilitation Supervisor II serves as a role model for supervisors and direct care staff.

Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supervises supervisors and direct care staff; completes performance appraisals and ensures staff time sheets submitted timely; facilitates shift meetings; completes work schedules; participates in hiring interviews; problem solves issues. Communicates pertinent information to staff related to their job and the individuals for whom they are responsible.
• Trains and monitors staff from all shifts to assure implementation and compliance with federal ICF/IID regulations and state Arizona Administrative Code (AAC) Title 6, Chapter 6, Article 8; counsels staff regarding work roles and responsibilities by implementing the active treatment plan inclusive of the skill building, therapeutic and behavioral building plans.
• Participate in the development of the PCSP, PCSP reconvenes, Behavior Management Reviews, Psychiatric clinics, Home Risk Meetings, etc. Ensure staff are knowledgeable of each member and able to advocate for the member effectively. Review strategies, data records, mealtime books, monthly progress reports, etc. for accuracy and completeness.
• Coach/mentor/teach staff to comply with the PCSP plan regarding programs, activities, therapy needs, behavior challenges, active treatment and mealtimes. Ensure provision of socialization and positive learning experiences in the community. Administer medications properly upon successful completion of appropriate 16-hour medication technician or medication administration course & monitor to assure all staff follow procedures.
• Demonstrate leadership by displaying a positive attitude, promoting teamwork, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures; problem solving; conducts monthly staff meetings; giving recognition and striving to improve services.

Knowledge in:

• Agency rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to residential care for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Federal Title XIX ICF/IDD regulations
• Person Centered Service Plan (PCSP) process
• Members' rights and advocacy
• Specialized needs for individuals with developmental disabilities

Skills In:

• Oral & written communication, listening and problem solving
• Multi-tasking and prioritizing; and Coordinating and monitoring the implementation of prescribed therapeutic routines
• Time management, motivation, teamwork and team building
• Interviewing and supervisory techniques
• Collecting data for member program planning and Mathematical calculations

Ability to:

• Evaluate staff performance and resolve problems
• Manage a diverse group of staff to develop goals and teamwork to accomplish those goals
• Manage emergency situations in an effective and professional manner
• Monitor the provision of care to individuals, identify problems and implement solutions
• Promote good communication

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Must be at least 18 years of age and be able to read and write in English.
• Be willing to work weekends, holidays, nights, and overtime when necessary.
• A High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) diploma.
• Two years experience in supervising direct support staff in a 24 hour residential setting and at least 1 yr exp working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to Driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operated a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) (R2-10-201.11).
• Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 1968 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
• Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Department of Child Safety Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
• Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Employment may be contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact us Johanna Valdiviezo at 480-919-6798 or JValdiviezo@azdes.gov.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 480-919-6798 or JValdiviezo@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.