Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are in search of a Director of Day & Employment Services based out of Camp Hill, PA. The Director maintains a high-quality program to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You are responsible for supporting your team with day-to-day operations and challenges to achieve our programmatic goals, as well as developing employment opportunities geared towards all levels and needs for people with disabilities across Central, PA.
Responsibilities
Lead and train a team to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Manage and coordinate community-based vocational and employment programs
Supervise, evaluate, and provide direct support to Employment Specialists
Oversee the development of employment and volunteer opportunities for individuals with disabilities
Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition
Assist with processing and approving all billing in a timely manner
Attend planning meetings for individuals and document follow up as needed
Oversee planning and facilitation of weekly day habilitation activities
Provide on-going supervision and support for community integration
Review all documentation of daily outings
Assist in building a support network between the individual, family members and the community
Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Knowledge of day programs, supported employment, and community services for people with disabilities
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
Team oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Working Conditions
May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
May be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory individuals
Work will take place in day program and community settings
May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
Competitive Benefits:
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
Send resume to: Dina.Casalaspro@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V