Assistant Program Director (IDD, OPWDD)

Services for the UnderServed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b)

Paid Vacations & Holidays

Job summary

Services for the Underserved (S:US) is hiring a Full-time Assistant Program Director in New York City. The APD will lead staff, ensure person-centered supports, and coordinate healthcare, recreation and transportation for individuals with complex needs.

This role emphasizes empowering independence within community and home settings. The ideal candidate will have passion for working with individuals with ID/DD and related supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related field is required and at least five years’ experience supervising/management in ID/DD or a residential setting.
• Effective written and oral communication skills are required.
• On-the-job training for required certifications will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence and self-determination using person-centered practices.
• Coordinate comprehensive healthcare, nutrition, wellness, appointments, and CMS communications.
• Coordinate recreation and community activities to support participation and independence.
• Supervise staff, assign shifts, and provide coaching and development.
• Model behaviors that support independence and aspirational goals for individuals.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met and a stimulating living environment.
• Coordinate transportation and access to personal items for residents.
• Ensure regulatory compliance within required time frames.

Skills

AMAP

SCIP-R

CPR & First Aid

Behavior Tech Training

MS Office

Education

Associate’s Degree in related field

Job description

Min

USD $26.00/Hr.

Max

USD $26.00/Hr.

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?

Full-time 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.

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.
• Behavior Tech Training preferred.

• Note: S:US will provide on-the-job training for such certifications.

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, contact the Leave Team at [e-mail].

ID

2026-19082