Program Services - AED

Community Access Unlimited

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Community Access Unlimited is hiring an Assistant Executive Director to oversee four residential programs serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Union County, New Jersey. Based in Elizabeth, the role includes travel between program sites. The Assistant Executive Director leads program managers and direct support teams to help the people served live as independently as possible, build life skills, work, and participate in their communities. The position ensures that each home is safe, well-run, and centered on each individual’s goals and choices. The role involves developing and supervising staff, supporting hiring and training, maintaining health and safety standards, overseeing individual finances and benefits, and coordinating incident follow-up and support-planning meetings. It also includes ensuring compliance with state contracts and licensing, managing budgets, measuring program performance, and working with state agencies and partners during inspections and reviews. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with some evening and weekend hours. Salary is $90,000 per year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent work experience will also be considered.
At least 4 years of administrative or supervisory experience in a social service or human services setting.
Experience supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Ability to manage budgets, meet deadlines, and maintain program compliance.
Collaborative and steady leadership style, with strong communication skills.
Valid driver’s license and reliable car for travel between program sites.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coach program managers and staff across four residential programs through one-on-ones, team meetings, and training.
Participate in hiring and onboarding, support staff retention, and delegate work to promote professional growth.
Ensure team members receive the training needed to perform their jobs safely and effectively.
Visit program sites regularly, review records, and ensure homes meet health and safety standards.
Oversee individuals’ personal finances and the accurate tracking and management of their benefits.
Lead incident reporting and follow-up, and participate in each individual’s support-planning meetings.
Help people served find meaningful work and participate in their communities.
Ensure programs meet state contract and licensing requirements.
Manage program budgets, track spending, prepare spending plans, and follow agency financial policies.
Set program goals, use performance data to measure progress, and identify opportunities to improve and grow services.
Work with state agencies and partners during inspections or reviews.
Perform other duties as needed to support people served and the agency.