DIRECTOR OF OPWDD - Central Islip, NY
About The Position
The Department Director of OPWDD Services provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and regulatory compliance management for programs under the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), including Self-Direction, Fiscal Intermediary (FI) services, Community Habilitation, Respite, and related supports. The Director ensures services are person-centered, fiscally responsible, and aligned with the agency’s mission and OPWDD standards. The role supervises Program Managers, Supervisors, Fiscal Intermediary staff, Brokers, and other OPWDD program personnel. The Director provides vision and oversight for OPWDD-funded programs; leads departmental managers; oversees program planning, implementation, and evaluation; and guides service expansion and operational improvements. The position also monitors budgets and expenditures with Finance, approves program expenditures, identifies cost-saving opportunities, oversees compliance, audits, incident reporting, corrective action plans, and quality-improvement metrics. The Director serves as the primary liaison with OPWDD officials, families, and community partners, and represents the agency in professional networks, committees, and advocacy efforts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in OPWDD or developmental disability services.
- Proven track record managing multi-program operations and diverse teams.
- In-depth understanding of OPWDD regulations, the HCBS Waiver, Medicaid billing, and Self-Direction services.
- Strong budget management and data-driven decision-making skills.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
- Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle.
- PPD (TB test) with proof of results no more than one year old.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, or a related field.
- OPWDD-related certifications, such as SCIP or CPR/First Aid.
Responsibilities
- Provide vision, direction, and oversight for all OPWDD-funded programs.
- Lead and supervise departmental managers to ensure efficient and effective program operations.
- Promote a collaborative, team-based culture focused on quality service delivery.
- Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of OPWDD programs to meet individual needs and regulatory requirements.
- Lead initiatives to expand services, improve operational workflows, and enhance participant satisfaction.
- Ensure compliance with OPWDD, Medicaid, and other funding-source regulations.
- Collaborate with Finance to monitor departmental budgets, expenditures, and cost projections.
- Approve program expenditures in accordance with agency policies and funding guidelines.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality.
- Oversee internal audits, incident reporting, and corrective action plans.
- Implement and monitor performance metrics for continuous quality improvement.
- Serve as the primary liaison with OPWDD officials, families, and community partners.
- Represent the agency in professional networks, committees, and advocacy efforts.
- Communicate program updates and changes clearly and promptly to stakeholders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
