Assistant Director, Housing

Ability-Matters; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-Class Pay & Benefits

Leadership growth & mentorship

Positive team culture

Mission-driven organization

Job summary

Ability Matters in Columbus, OH is seeking an Assistant Director of Housing to lead residential programs and strengthen the teams serving individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities. You will guide program staff, ensure person-centered service delivery, and uphold regulatory compliance.

As part of the leadership team, you will oversee daily operations, monitor documentation, and drive quality improvements across services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Healthcare Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3 years of leadership experience in residential or housing services.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Develop Staff Coach and support Leads through regular feedback, accountability, and professional development.
• Ensure Quality Services Monitor daily programming, schedules, and person-centered supports to ensure consistency and strong outcomes.
• Oversee Documentation & Compliance Review documentation, MARs, behavior data, and records for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Support Staffing & Operations Monitor staffing patterns, scheduling, timekeeping, and operational systems to maintain stability.
• Coordinate Health & Wellness Needs Oversee medical appointments and advocate for individuals’ health and well-being.
• Problem-Solve & Provide Leadership Support Troubleshoot challenges, guide Leads, and help maintain a safe, stable environment.
• Collaborate & Drive Improvement Participate in leadership meetings, quality reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide On-Call Leadership Coverage Support after-hours needs and help ensure responsive leadership when it matters most.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organization skills

Problem-solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Healthcare Administration (Master's preferred)

Job description

Assistant Director of Housing

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Columbus, OH

Lead Programs. Drive Impact. Develop with Purpose.

Do you want more than just a job? Do you want a career where you make a real difference in people’s lives?

At Ability Matters, we support individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities in building independence, confidence, and meaningful lives in their communities. We are not a home health agency. We are a community inclusion organization. As an Assistant Director of Housing, you will help lead and strengthen our residential programs, developing the managers and team who serve them.

What You’ll Do

• Lead & Develop Staff Coach and support Leads through regular feedback, accountability, and professional development.
• Ensure Quality Services Monitor daily programming, schedules, and person-centered supports to ensure consistency and strong outcomes.
• Oversee Documentation & Compliance Review documentation, MARs, behavior data, and records for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Support Staffing & Operations Monitor staffing patterns, scheduling, timekeeping, and operational systems to maintain stability.
• Coordinate Health & Wellness Needs Oversee medical appointments and advocate for individuals’ health and well-being.
• Problem-Solve & Provide Leadership Support Troubleshoot challenges, guide Leads, and help maintain a safe, stable environment.
• Collaborate & Drive Improvement Participate in leadership meetings, quality reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide On-Call Leadership Coverage Support after-hours needs and help ensure responsive leadership when it matters most.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Best-in-Class Pay & Benefits We lead the industry because the work you do matters.
• Leadership Influence & Growth Training, mentorship, and advancement across multiple departments.
• Positive Team Culture Supportive, collaborative, and passionate environment.
• Mission-Driven Purpose You will make a meaningful difference every single day.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Healthcare Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 3 years of leadership experience in residential or housing servicespreferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving
• Requirements: Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention
• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals
• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years
• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics
• Diversity in Business Award winner
• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership