Housing Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Public Health, Rehabilitation, Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Human Services, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of supervisory experience within the intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or human services field.
• Demonstrated experience leading employees and overseeing programs in a regulated human services environment.
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania’s state and county mental health and intellectual/developmental disabilities service systems.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania’s Multi-Year Plan and related human services initiatives.
• Strong understanding of the principles of Everyday Lives and person-centered practices.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervision, coaching, and employee-development skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local regulations, licensing requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to oversee multiple programs, employees, priorities, and deadlines.
• Experience with budgeting, cost management, financial oversight, and responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and professional communication skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with the people we support, families, employees, government and regulatory agencies, funding sources, and community partners.
• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to respond effectively to incidents, emergencies, and changing operational needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and other privacy requirements.
• Commitment to promoting independence, choice, dignity, respect, inclusion, and quality of life for the people we support.
• Must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, accountability, and a collaborative leadership style.
• Must be alert, aware, and agile in carrying out job responsibilities.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and administrative oversight for assigned community programs, services, and HUD housing projects.
• Ensure programs maintain full compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local licensing, certification, regulatory, and funding requirements.
• Ensure the effective implementation of health and safety, fire safety, emergency preparedness, sanitation, infection control, and security standards.
• Promote and maintain person-centered services consistent with the principles of Everyday Lives.
• Ensure the rights, dignity, confidentiality, health, welfare, and safety of the people we support are protected.
• Monitor person-centered plans/plans of care, health services, medical records, admission and discharge practices, and other required program documentation.
• Recruit, interview, recommend for hire, orient, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate assigned employees.
• Develop appropriate staffing patterns and schedules to ensure effective program operations and continuity of services.
• Address employee performance, disciplinary matters, complaints, and grievances in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Review and approve employee payroll and time records as assigned.
• Develop and maintain quality assurance and customer service improvement initiatives.
• Monitor program productivity, workflow, service quality, and performance standards.
• Participate in departmental budget development, monitor expenses, analyze financial information, control costs, and safeguard organizational resources.
• Represent Skills and its community programs with Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, funding sources, families, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct regular visits to assigned program locations to maintain a visible leadership presence, support employees, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Respond to reportable incidents in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and serve as an Incident Manager Representative.
• Assist with program development, proposals, publications, and the acquisition or development of new community facilities as assigned.
• Maintain required records, reports, files, and electronic data systems.
• Participate in organizational strategic planning and contribute as a member of the management team.
• Remain current on regulatory requirements, best practices, and developments within the intellectual/developmental disabilities and human services fields.
• Participate in continuing education, professional organizations, committees, and required organizational meetings.
• Step into operational responsibilities when needed to ensure continuity, quality, and safety of services.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Various Schedules Available to Match Your Lifestyle
• Competitive Pay
• Work Vehicle Available While On the Job
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off, Plus Personal Time and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• 401K Retirement Program (With Employer Matching)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Tuition Assistance for Higher Education
• Employee Wellness Program
• Exceptional Opportunities for Career Growth
• Great Co-workers and a Team to Support You!