Assistant Director, Day Program Services

Life Opportunities Unlimited • Full-time • Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States • $50k - $60k / year • 4h ago

Start working to make a difference…. Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premier boutique human service agency providing both residential and day program services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern New Jersey.

LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County: Allendale, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Haledon, Midland Park, Ridgewood, Township of Washington, and Waldwick. All of our locations are approximately 15 minutes from Passaic & Rockland Counties.

LOU’s Residential and Day Programs are conveniently located nearby NJ Transit, Bus Routes and Train Stations.

Core Functions:

Ensure adequate staffing in the program at all times
Establish efficient and effective transportation routes to and from residents' homes as well as activities in the community

Responsibilities:

Responsible for all logistical aspects and operations of Life Opportunities Unlimited’s Day Program and the clients who participate in these programs
Work directly under the supervision of the Director of Day Program Services
Manage and supervise staff to ensure all policies, procedures, and staffing requirements set by upper management, New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities, and Medicaid are followed
Maintain all client and program records, including but not limited to each individual’s: progress notes, individual plans, facility records, and vehicle records
Assisting in the day program following the established budget guidelines
Responsible for all program facilities, vehicles, and assets
Work within the preset budget
Act as a liaison between the Central Office, Group Homes, Families/Guardians, and Support Coordinators
Collaborate with Support Coordinators, Job Coaches, Therapists, and all parties involved in each client’s life to meet their evolving needs
Attend all ISP meetings, company events, and organization-provided training sessions as directed
Treat all clients and fellow staff with dignity and respect
Complete ad hoc projects as necessary
Responsible for trainings and conducting regular staff meetings for all program staff
Maintain a positive and harmonious environment at all times
Responsible for creating efficient transportation schedules for program participants, and when necessary, physically transporting clients in a company vehicle
Responsible for managing staffs’ schedules, PTO approval, training staff, reviewing performance, etc.
Provide assistance in personal hygiene care, when necessary
Monitor and properly administer medication in accordance with training and procedures
Implement new skill development strategies for individual client growth
Advocate for participants’ self-expression and communication
Follow through on any and all established behavior plans
Cooperate with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

This is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities of this position. Therefore, in this role, you are expected to do anything else deemed necessary for the betterment of the program and its participants.

Join the LOU Team:

We are committed to supporting our employees in their professional growth and career development. This commitment allows our teams to thrive in a passion-driven community that is focused on enriching the lives of our clients. We are looking for dedicated individuals that want to be an important part of building a better future for individuals with developmental disabilities. Staff stay at LOU for an average of 8 years. LOU is a great place for people to meet their professional goals and grow within the organization.

You will be a successful team member if you are:

Creative and able to adjust accordingly
Organized and detail oriented
Patient, compassionate, and caring
Collaborative and communicate effectively with a team
Mission-motivated and result driven

Requirements:

BS/BA or equivalent preferred but not required
1-3 years of management or leadership experience
Must be 18 years or older
Strong computer skills
Successful administrative experience in a fast-paced environment
Prior experience with complex calendar management
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Experience with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, etc.)
Proven professional written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Possess a valid New Jersey Driver’s License
Must be able to successfully complete all NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities mandated trainings within the first 120 days of employment
The requirements for checks of Criminal Background, Central Registry, Child Abuse Registry, and Drug Testing must be completed prior to working with any clients in the Day Program or Residential Program