Assistant Program Director

Services for the Underserved•Brooklyn, NY

15d•$43,000 - $46,000

About The Position

Do you have a passion for helping others? Do you have what it takes to promote Services for the Underserved’s (S:US) mission of transforming the lives of New Yorkers with life circumstances marked by homelessness, poverty, disabilities, addiction and mental health challenges? If this sounds like you, apply for a fulltime Assistant Program Director (APD ) position at S:US! You will be joining a dedicated workforce of 2,400 employees serving over 37,000 individuals and families in New York City. S:US is committed to providing you with every opportunity to learn and grow professionally, and find a career path. The ideal candidate will have passion for working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Services are provided in OPWDD-certified programs throughout New York City .

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in a related field and/ or five years’ experience in ID/DD or related supervisory/management experience in a residential setting.
Effective written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

AMAP; SCIP-R; CPR & First Aid is needed, but not required. Note: S:US will provide on-the-job training for such certifications.
Behavior Tech Training preferred.
Computer skills (e.g. MS Office suite and Windows

Responsibilities

Promotes the independence and self-determination of individuals, utilizing person-centered practices that focus on the individuals’ strengths and preferences while simultaneously addressing their needs.
Manage the holistic healthcare, nutrition, and wellness of individuals including tracking appointments, communicating with the CMS, Nurse, relevant doctors and managers.
Ensures the coordination of all recreation and other community activities that promotes the participation and independence of individuals.
Encourages the independence of individuals and promotes relationship building within the community and with natural supports.
Manages and directs the overall flow of the shift including assigning staff to appropriate individual ratios.
Supervise staff (DSPs and Shift Supervisors), while promoting learning and development by providing continual coaching and mentoring.
Role model the necessary behaviors that support independence and the aspirational desires of the individuals.
Ensures that health and safety requirements are observed including maintaining a stimulating and comfortable physical environment.
To facilitate individuals’ participation in recreational activities and medical appointments, coordinates all transportation activities for the residence.
Manage the personal property of individuals and their ability to access personal items.
Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies within mandatory time frames.
Supports the mission, vision, values of S:US.
Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary by Program Director or designee