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Site Supervisor roles qualify for OPT when tied to a construction management, civil engineering, or architecture degree. Your 12-month standard OPT window is enough to complete a full project cycle. STEM OPT extensions are available if your degree appears on the STEM designated degree program list.
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Site Supervisor
Our Residential Services provide a framework from which to support individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities learn daily living skills, develop meaningful relationships, and gain opportunities from becoming part of their community. Our dedicated staff creates a safe, warm environment and supports the residents in participating in community activities, providing transportation to medical appointments, managing their finances, and much more.
In collaboration with the Program Director or Director of Residential Services, the Site Supervisor is responsible for the overall supervision of one home, and for providing residential supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and/or brain injury.
About Our Residences
Our homes are located in welcoming neighborhood settings, each designed to meet the needs of the individuals who live there. Typically, 3–5 people share a home, enjoying private bedrooms and shared living spaces. Residents are encouraged to decorate their rooms and take pride in their home, while staff provide ongoing guidance and support. Employees are available 24/7, with staffing schedules tailored to meet the needs of the individuals served. Every shift offers the chance to build relationships, see progress, and be part of something meaningful.
Schedule:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10am-6pm, and Saturday 7am-3pm (40 hours)
Salary: $26.03/hourly
Why You'll Love Riverside
We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.
Benefits include:
- Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
- Twelve paid holidays
- Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
- Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
- Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
- Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
- Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
Required Experience
- Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.
- A minimum of three years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities with at least one year in residential services required.
Riverside Community Care is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and inclusive organization committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from culturally diverse applicants. We provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.
INTRODUCTION
Site Supervisor
Our Residential Services provide a framework from which to support individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities learn daily living skills, develop meaningful relationships, and gain opportunities from becoming part of their community. Our dedicated staff creates a safe, warm environment and supports the residents in participating in community activities, providing transportation to medical appointments, managing their finances, and much more.
In collaboration with the Program Director or Director of Residential Services, the Site Supervisor is responsible for the overall supervision of one home, and for providing residential supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and/or brain injury.
About Our Residences
Our homes are located in welcoming neighborhood settings, each designed to meet the needs of the individuals who live there. Typically, 3–5 people share a home, enjoying private bedrooms and shared living spaces. Residents are encouraged to decorate their rooms and take pride in their home, while staff provide ongoing guidance and support. Employees are available 24/7, with staffing schedules tailored to meet the needs of the individuals served. Every shift offers the chance to build relationships, see progress, and be part of something meaningful.
Schedule:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10am-6pm, and Saturday 7am-3pm (40 hours)
Salary: $26.03/hourly
Why You'll Love Riverside
We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.
Benefits include:
- Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
- Twelve paid holidays
- Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
- Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
- Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
- Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
- Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
Required Experience
- Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.
- A minimum of three years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities with at least one year in residential services required.
Riverside Community Care is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and inclusive organization committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from culturally diverse applicants. We provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Site Supervisor
Target construction firms with established OPT hiring history
General contractors and civil engineering firms that regularly hire international graduates understand OPT paperwork. Search for companies with active E-Verify enrollment, which is required for STEM OPT extension eligibility and signals familiarity with work authorization processes.
Connect your degree directly to the site supervisor role
OPT authorization requires your job to be directly related to your major. Be ready to explain how your construction management, civil engineering, or architecture coursework applies to on-site coordination, safety oversight, and subcontractor management in your cover letter and interviews.
Start your OPT application 90 days before graduation
USCIS processing takes three to five months. Apply as early as your DSO permits so your Employment Authorization Document arrives before your intended start date. A delayed EAD means a delayed start, which can cost you an offer.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility with your DSO early
Construction management and civil engineering degrees commonly qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirm your specific degree program is on the designated list before negotiating timelines with employers, so you can accurately represent how long you can work without H-1B visa sponsorship.
Address the sponsorship question before it becomes an objection
Many construction employers assume international candidates require immediate visa sponsorship. Proactively clarify that OPT lets you work legally for up to three years without employer sponsorship costs or H-1B lottery risk, which removes the main barrier to hiring you.
Use your OPT period to build a site portfolio that strengthens visa cases later
Document projects you supervised, team sizes, budgets overseen, and outcomes achieved. Concrete site experience is directly relevant to future H-1B specialty occupation arguments and demonstrates that your role genuinely requires a degree-level skill set.
Site Supervisor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Site Supervisor role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, if your degree is in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field and the role directly applies that training. OPT requires a direct connection between your major and your job duties. A Site Supervisor position involving project scheduling, safety compliance, and subcontractor coordination typically satisfies that requirement when paired with a relevant engineering or construction degree.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension working as a Site Supervisor?
It depends on your specific degree program. Civil engineering and construction management degrees frequently appear on the STEM designated degree program list, which would make you eligible for a 24-month extension beyond your initial 12 months. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm your program's eligibility with your DSO before assuming you qualify, since not every construction-related degree is designated.
Where can I find Site Supervisor jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Site Supervisor roles from employers familiar with OPT and visa sponsorship. Filtering by work authorization type lets you focus on companies that have hired international graduates before, which significantly improves your chances of getting through initial screening without your status becoming an early disqualifier.
How do I handle the 60-day grace period if a Site Supervisor contract ends early?
When your OPT-authorized employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find new employment, transfer to another visa status, or depart the United States. During this window you cannot work. If you find a new Site Supervisor role, report the employer change to your DSO promptly, since OPT requires you to update your employment information within 10 days.
Do Site Supervisor roles typically lead to H-1B sponsorship after OPT?
Some do. Site Supervisor positions at large general contractors, engineering firms, and infrastructure companies are more likely to sponsor H-1B visas than smaller residential builders. During your OPT period, building a documented record of project oversight, budget responsibility, and technical decision-making strengthens a future H-1B specialty occupation argument and gives employers a concrete reason to invest in your sponsorship.