ASSISTANT DIRECTOR DAY SERVICES

Life's WORC•Town of Islip, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director Day Services oversees and supervises the day-to-day operations of assigned Day Habilitation sites, including services for individuals and staff. The role provides direct supervision, coaching, training, and support to Day Habilitation site Supervisors, and assists other Day Habilitation programs as needed. It also oversees personnel processes, regulatory compliance, staffing coverage, and monitoring of ABA-related services, and collaborates with the Customized Employment Department on individuals’ vocational goals and programming. The available schedule at the Islandia Day Hab location is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some flexibility needed. The salary is $62,500 per year. Life’s WORC has provided services and support to people with intellectual disabilities and autism for over 50 years across Queens, Manhattan, Nassau, and Suffolk counties. The organization supports more than 2,000 people through residential locations and community programs. It offers employees paid training and opportunities for advancement, and is committed to hiring diverse talent and creating a culture of equity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services.
At least four years of ID/DD or related human services experience.
At least one year of supervisory experience.
Experience with OPWDD HCBS waiver regulations.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Oversee and supervise day-to-day operations at assigned Day Habilitation sites, including monthly site-specific staff meetings, community support checks, and implementation of emergency protocols.
Directly supervise Day Habilitation site Supervisors through consistent support, coaching, and training; monthly Supervisor/Cluster Meetings; and one-to-one supervisory support meetings.
Provide assistance to all Day Habilitation programs as needed.
Interview, hire, and train Supervisory staff.
Oversee program personnel matters and systems, including payroll, PTO, performance evaluations, progressive discipline, training, recruitment, and retention.
Collaborate with the Customized Employment Department regarding individuals’ vocational goals and programming.
Ensure regulatory compliance and oversight under OPWDD regulations and agency policies and procedures, including Medisked, Fleetmatics, incident management, fire safety and evacuation plans and drills, and ISP checklist monitoring and maintenance.
Assist with crisis intervention by providing support and guidance.
Participate in and/or facilitate meetings, in-services, trainings, or committees as needed or assigned.
Ensure Day Services Supervisors monitor the adequate provision of ABA-related services.
Ensure adequate staffing coverage at all times.