Career Services Assistant Director: Lead Employment & Empowerment

Communitas, Inc; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tiered pay increases

Low-cost benefits

Flexible schedules

Advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Supportive coworkers

Compassion-centric environment

Job summary

Communitas, Inc in Wakefield, MA is seeking a Career Services Assistant Director to lead and grow employment-focused programs for adults with developmental disabilities. You will supervise Career Services staff, manage daily operations, and partner with community employers to create meaningful job opportunities.

The role emphasizes person-centered leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaborative cross-department work to empower individuals and foster independence within the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Two+ years' experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DPH, CARF, QUEST, DDS, EOEA (Medicaid) policies and procedures preferred.
• At least one year experience in an administrative role.
• A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must.
• Valid Driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Must pass company background and reference checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Career Services staff through hiring, supervision, training, coaching, and performance management, fostering a collaborative and mission-driven team culture.
• Oversee daily Career Services operations, ensuring effective service delivery, scheduling, documentation, billing, and staffing; assume department leadership in the Director's absence.
• Partner with individuals, staff, employers, and community organizations to create meaningful employment and community-based opportunities that promote choice, independence, inclusion, and personal growth.
• Support individuals in achieving their employment and personal goals through ISPs, assessments, skill development, job coaching, career planning, and community participation.
• Foster a person-centered environment where individuals and staff are encouraged to share ideas, make choices, build skills, and contribute to ongoing improvement of services.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance while ensuring accurate and timely documentation and communication with internal and external partners.
• Collaborate across departments and with interdisciplinary teams to advocate for individual needs, strengthen services, and advance the mission and goals of Communitas.

Skills

Leadership

Community outreach

Program management

Compliance knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Job description

Communitas, Inc in Wakefield, MA is seeking a Career Services Assistant Director to lead and grow employment-focused programs for adults with developmental disabilities. You will supervise Career Services staff, manage daily operations, and partner with community employers to create meaningful job opportunities.

The role emphasizes person-centered leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaborative cross-department work to empower individuals and foster independence within the community.