Assistant Program Director (Developmental Disabilities)

Services for the UnderServed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance

403(b) plan

Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

Job summary

Join Services for the UnderServed as an Assistant Program Director to support individuals facing challenges through holistic care and community engagement. The role requires managing healthcare needs, promoting independence, and fostering meaningful lives for individuals with disabilities. A commitment to helping underserved populations and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate’s Degree in related field required.
• Five years’ supervisory/management experience in a residential setting required.
• Effective communication skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Manage holistic healthcare and wellness of individuals.
• Coordinate community activities and promote independence.
• Supervise staff and support individuals' needs.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in a related field

Five years’ experience in ID/DD or related supervisory/management experience

Tools

MS Office suite

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Position Overview

Do you have a passion for helping others? Do you have what it takes to promote Services for the Underserved’s (S:US) mission of transforming the lives of New Yorkers with life circumstances marked by homelessness, poverty, disabilities, addiction and mental health challenges?

Min

USD $49,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $53,000.00/Yr.

Position Overview

Do you have a passion for helping others? Do you have what it takes to promote Services for the Underserved’s (S:US) mission of transforming the lives of New Yorkers with life circumstances marked by homelessness, poverty, disabilities, addiction and mental health challenges?

If this sounds like you, apply for a fulltime Assistant Program Director (APD) position at S:US!

You will be joining a dedicated workforce of 2,400 employees serving over 37,000 individuals and families in New York City. S:US is committed to providing you with every opportunity to learn and grow professionally, and find a career path.

The ideal candidate will have passion for working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Services are provided in OPWDD-certified throughout New York City .

The Assistant Program Director (APD) is responsible for ensuring our individuals have the supports and resources necessary to live meaningful lives, and that they align with their needs and aspirations within both their respective homes and communities . The minimum salary is $49k and maximum salary for this position is $53k yearly. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Promotes the independence and self-determination of individuals, utilizing person-centered practices that focus on the individuals’ strengths and preferences while simultaneously addressing their needs.

• Manage the holistic healthcare, nutrition, and wellness of individuals including tracking appointments, communicating with the CMS, Nurse, relevant doctors and managers.
• Ensures the coordination of all recreation and other community activities that promotes the participation and independence of individuals.
• Encourages the independence of individuals and promotes relationship building within the community and with natural supports.
• Manages and directs the overall flow of the shift including assigning staff to appropriate individual ratios.
• Supervise staff (DSPs and Shift Supervisors), while promoting learning and development by providing continual coaching and mentoring.
• Role model the necessary behaviors that support independence and the aspirational desires of the individuals.
• Ensures that health and safety requirements are observed including maintaining a stimulating and comfortable physical environment.
• To facilitate individuals’ participation in recreational activities and medical appointments, coordinates all transportation activities for the residence.
• Manage the personal property of individuals and their ability to access personal items.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies within mandatory time frames.
• Supports the mission, vision, values of S:US. Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary by Program Director or designee Benefits Overview:
  
  

We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance;403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s Degree in a related field and/or five years’ experience in ID/DD or related supervisory/management experience supervisory/management experience in a residential setting.
• Effective written and oral communication skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• AMAP; SCIP-R; CPR & First Aid is needed, but not required.
• Note: S:US will provide on-the-job training for such certifications.
• Behavior Tech Training preferred. Computer skills (e.g. MS Office suite and Windows
  
  

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and development. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you.

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values : respect , integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contactthe Leave Team at [e-mail] .

ID

2021-10444

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider and Administrative

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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