Associate Executive Director

Community Options, Inc.; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Birthday holiday

PTO

Employee discounts

401(k) match

Career growth

Leadership training

Duke cert opportunity

Tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks an Associate Executive Director of IDD Services to lead a comprehensive IDD program and support services.

This senior role will supervise staff, drive program quality, and expand residential and employment supports for individuals with IDD. The position requires relocation or residence in Salt Lake City with a focus on collaboration, compliance, and community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with supervisory experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Collaborative with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form.

Responsibilities

• Assess operational issues and develop solutions to maintain a high-quality program.
• Lead and train team to support programmatic initiatives and the needs of individuals with IDD.
• Manage team performance through communication, training, and meetings.
• Develop programs including residential supports, personalized supports, and supported employment.
• Establish a Business Advisory Committee to support local needs and challenges.
• Conduct fundraising activities to advocate COI’s mission and gather community support.
• Build relationships with local, state, and governmental agencies.
• Ensure individuals receive required supports per ISP.

Skills

Leadership

Team training

Program development

Communication

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Community Options, Inc.is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Associate Executive Director of IDD Services in Salt Lake City, UT. The Associate Executive Director manages a high-quality program and supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will support their team with day-to-day operations and will challenge the team to achieve programmatic goals.

Must live in or be willing to relocate to Salt Lake.

Responsibilities

• Assess operational issues and develop comprehensive solutions to maintain a high-quality program
• Lead and train team to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition
• Develop current and future programs including residential supports, personalized supports, supported employment, and person-centered planning
• Develop a Business Advisory Committee to support local operational needs and challenges
• Conduct fundraising activities to advocate COI’s mission and gather community support
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with local, state, and governmental agencies
• Ensure individuals are receiving the required supports per their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Audit the finances of individuals to ensure spending is accounted for with documentation

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required with experience in administrative and supervisory roles; Master’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Collaborative with demonstrated leadership experience
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Competitive Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Leadership Academy Training Opportunity
• Duke University Management Certificate Opportunity
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V

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