Assistant Director - Day Hab

Access Supports•New Windsor, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director, under the supervision of the IDD Regional Director, is responsible for implementing and overseeing diverse community integration and support services for individuals with varying degrees of developmental disabilities, complex medical needs, and co-occurring disorders. This role involves leading a highly trained team of supervisory staff and direct support professionals, and partnering with an interdisciplinary team including behavior clinicians, nurses, care managers, counselors, therapists, and other staff members. The Assistant Director promotes expertise in providing a broad range of behavioral health care, crisis intervention, community support, and coordination services designed to meet the needs of adults with both mental illness and developmental disabilities.

Requirements

Ability to effectively communicate
Possess excellent interpersonal skills, as well as, organizational and planning skills
Ability to function as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Possess sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics
Ability to organize, multitask and prioritize duties and responsibilities efficiently
Ability to work independently
Computer literacy
Must maintain current license/certification/training
Possess a valid driver’s license, work eligibility status and have an excellent driving record
A Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, rehabilitation or a related field with a minimum of five years of related and progressively responsible leadership and supervisory experience in a similar industry or field.
Experience supporting individuals with Autism and complex behavioral challenges and familiar with ABA, PECS and TEECH.
An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Preference considered with any candidate that is certified as a Train-The Trainer in areas of SCIP, 1st Aid, CPR, PROMOTE, DSP Core Competency, Council on Quality and Leadership

Responsibilities

Leads the development of skills and attainment of knowledge to facilitate quality service delivery, developing a strong, dynamic customer satisfaction-focused and innovative workforce.
Ensures respect for each person’s and his/her family’s life choices and individuality, facilitating quality outcomes for the people served and the community.
Inspires and promotes customer satisfaction.
Participates in the Corporate Planning process and is committed to the delivery of mutually agreed upon outcomes.
Ensures compliance and quality in service delivery that meets or exceeds federal, state, and professional standards.
Maintains all licenses and certifications required for the operation of Day Habilitation services and training certifications.
Partners with Quality Assurance on utilization review and utilization management for Day Services to ensure level of care criteria are met and service delivery is appropriate for the needs of recipients and requirements of all payers.
Under the supervision of the IDD Regional Director, partners with finance on budget development and implementation and manages multiple cost centers at multiple locations to maximize revenue and control expenses.
Provides community on-call coverage as assigned.
Fulfills duties as assigned by the IDD Regional Director and/or Senior Leadership.
Actively involved in committees, work groups, and CQL activities.