Director 1, Adult Day Services

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc.; Glendora (CA); On-site; USD 59,758 - 80,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision

401k program

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan counseling

Paid time off

Holidays

Career path for advancement

Job summary

Easterseals Southern California in Glendora seeks a Director I, Adult Day Services to oversee a community-based behavior program, directing planning, supervision of staff, and service delivery to participants.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services, CPR/First Aid, 5 years of management experience in human services, and strong communication. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field; CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and control all aspects of program services with supervision of program associates.
• Ensure health and safety of participants and compliance with program design.

Skills

Staff supervision

Program management

Communication skills

Documentation

Staff development

Plan/organize/direct

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence - delivering essential services like early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities.

Oversees the Glendora community-based behavior program through planning, organizing, directing and controlling all aspects of program services including supervision of program associates. Ensures proper delivery of services to participants and compliance with program design. Position: Director I, Adult Day Services - * Seeking a candidate with experience in a behavior program* Location: Glendora - Community-based behavior program Hours: Full-time - Monday-Friday - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Salary: $70, 304

*We provide CPR/First Aid certification for Adult Day Services*

• Excellent Monday through Friday work schedule. No weekends or evenings
• Full-time positions are eligible for medical, dental, & vision, 401k program, tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year, student loan counseling program, 15 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, etc.
• We offer a career path for advancement
• No driving required
• Great work culture & work/life balance

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

Oversees assigned program(s) through planning, organizing, directing and controlling all aspects of program services including supervision of program associates. Ensures proper delivery of services to participants and compliance with program design.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

Ensures health and safety of program participants through the development, implementation and enforcement of standards, guidelines, and services for designated program(s). Recruits, recommends for hire, trains, and evaluates designated staff. Schedules appropriate staff to maintain required staffing ratios. Monitors and takes action within scope of authority for the fiscal operation of assigned program(s). Supervises the service coordination of designated participants including, but not limited to, intake process; including all associated meetings, contacts, and training sessions. Maintains effective working relationships with participants, participant family members, referral agencies, community resources, and agency staff members. Oversees quality assurance of designated program(s) inclusive of all applicable licensing, agencies, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and other regulatory requirements. Evaluates staff training needs and establishes training schedules relevant to specific programs. Ensures the proper completion of all required personnel and staff documentation and reports. Monitors the completion of all required participant documentation and data. Conducts group observations. May be required to transport program participants depending on program design and location. Other assignments that may need the associate's expertise, knowledge or ability.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field preferred. Valid CPR and First Aid Certifications.

EXPERIENCE

Typically requires 5 years of experience in the management of human services delivery or related field, working with developmental disabilities, and/or behavior issues and 2 years supervisory experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, with all levels of staff and general public. Ability to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality pertaining to the work environment. Ability to properly interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations. Knowledge of service delivery systems (Regional Center, etc.) Ability to provide assistance with personal care to participants, including ability to transfer an individual who has no weight-bearing skills. Ability to push wheel chairs on a variety of terrain. Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance per Easter Seals Southern California and/or program requirements. Ability to pass post-offer medical examination. Ability to travel locally. Reliable transportation, proof of valid California driver's license, clean driving record, proper auto insurance, and vehicle registration. Appropriate vehicle for transportation of program participants if program requires. Minimum age requirement of twenty-one.

Carrying/Lifting: Frequent/ Up to 70 lbs. Standing: Frequent / Up to 4 hours per day Sitting: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day Walking: Frequent / Up to 4 hours per day Repetitive Motion/Activity: Ability to walk, stoop, stand, kneel for extended periods of time. Visual Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint. Travel: Environmental Exposure: Exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions(noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.). Indoor/outdoor environment.