Career Services Assistant Director

Communitas, Inc. • Woburn, MA

14d • $24

About The Position

The Assistant Director is a hybrid leadership and direct service role overseeing Career Services operations while maintaining an active caseload. This position supports community-based employment and skill building support services, supervises staff, and ensures compliance with Communitas, DDS and MAP policy requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience working with adults with developmental disabilities is required.
• A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must
• Valid Driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Must pass company background and reference checks

Responsibilities

• Assisting in hiring, supervising, evaluating, and training staff.
• Conducting annual performance evaluations of employees supervised.
• Addressing performance issues proactively and in line with agency policy, including the Career Services Director and Director of Day Services as necessary or required.
• Assist in overseeing daily Career Services operations including scheduling, staffing coverage, service delivery and daily attendance.
• Establish and monitor ongoing employment and job placement goals.
• Maintain active caseload and build professional, person-centered relationships with people supported, families and ISP team members.
• Plan for and participate in ISP meetings, advocating for individual needs and contributing to department and individual outcomes.
• Oversee the development and implementation of curriculum and daily schedules.
• Provide personal care to individuals as needed.
• Cover groups as required.

Benefits

• Tiered pay increases based on years of service, pending performance evaluations
• 4 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees
• Low-cost benefit plans – Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees