Director of Meaningful Day and Employment

Looking to be part of a growing organization committed to progressive service delivery for people with disabilities? Want to have real impact in the community and how people receive services. Ardmore is looking for someone who is ready for a challenge and committed to the values of person-centered principles. Ardmore Enterprises empower people with disabilities to live, work, learn and grow according to his or her own choices.

The Director of Meaningful Day and Employment Services is responsible for the oversight of all services provided through community development and employment. The primary focus is to increase employment outcomes and community engagement of people with disabilities as an Employment First organization and uses the principles of Customized Employment. This leadership position will be an active part of organizational change moving from a center-based service to fully community based and aligning all services and practices with the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration Transformation initiative. This position requires a strong commitment to the principles of self-determination through the practical application of Person-Centered Thinking and Planning. This position will provide daily support to all department staff and direct supervision to Program Managers and PCP Specialists,

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise, lead and mentor Day and employment Managers who oversee services to approximately 150 people in providing high quality, responsive services.
• Provide back-up support to Managers, including support with staff supervision, payroll, data tracking and other day to day operational supports to ensure quality service delivery.

• Create and maintain a professional network that will enhance community-building for people in services and the organization.

• Continue progress toward transition from traditional day habilitation services to community-based, meaningful day services. including paid community employment, customized employment, business ownership, or a mix of community, employment, volunteerism and activities.

• Promote the ongoing training and skill development of the Day and Employment team, strengthening the ability of the community day and employment services department to live out organization's mission of empowering people with disabilities.
• Collaborate with all team members in order to support the new team infrastructure in community day services.
• Provide oversight to your team in recruiting, hiring, training, and providing support and resources to all employees, consultants, vendors and volunteers working for the Day and Employment programs.
• Supervise and evaluate employees, interns, and volunteers under direct supervision.
• Conduct regular and ongoing evaluation of training needs. Collaborate with training specialist, develop training as needed, and ensure training in all critical areas.
• Continuously maintains an approach that involves employees to improve all processes. Supervise a team of Person-Centered Specialists to assure that reliable data on personal outcomes, individual program plans, attendance, progress, services, quality improvement measures, and billing information are recorded, submitted, and/or filed, as required.
• Assist in monitoring and projecting monthly and annual departmental budgets to ensure financial stability.
• Involve direct support staff, families and people receiving services in leadership roles related to quality improvement, planning, and staff development programs.
• Assist with the supervision of the transportation systems that involve CECS programs.

• Ensure that the delivery of services exceeds the expectations of the person supported, their family members, the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), the Office of Health Care Quality (OHCQ), Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) and other stakeholders.

• Maintain a working knowledge of current local, State, and Federal regulations. Assist in ensuring full program participation in external and internal program evaluations and compliance with regulatory agencies, funding sources, and accreditation standards of excellence.
• Maintain lines of open communication with people served, their families and other team members. Partner with community resources. Convey the organization’s philosophy, policies, and belief in partnerships to achieve shared expectations.
• Create and maintain positive public relations. Be an active advocate and liaison with community agencies. Market the programs and expand services offered in response to community and individual need.
• Motivate, lead, and support the program’s efforts.
• Perform other duties, as required.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE ARDMORE

We offer an exceptional benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (CareFirst)
• 403B Retirement Plan Match - Mutual of America (Up to 6%)
• Group Life Insurance - Guardian (up to $50,000)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance 
• Short Term Disability Insurance (Guardian)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance 
• Legal Insurance
• $1000 Sign-On Bonus
• $250 Employee Referral Program
• Starting Two Weeks Vacation and Two Weeks Sick Leave (full-time and part-time eligibility)
• 10 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
• Employee Discounts (Groupon, Six Flags, Touro University, Hertz car rentals, AMC Theaters Dell computers, etc.)
• Paid On-site Trainings! 
• Work in a hybrid environment combining in office and remote work is required. Current requirements are at least 3 days in office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, Masters’ preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a manager and working knowledge of Day and Employment services.

• Knowledgeable on the DDA service system, including Meaningful Day service delivery.
• Leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving. Relationship building with community resources and partners.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• A high level of organizational skills. Excellent writing, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with other programs/entities within organization.

• Flexible work time availability is required.

• Ability to travel using personal transportation.
• Has strong customer focus by identifying internal and external customers, their needs and how we are meeting those needs.

Required Conditions of Employment

• Must possess a good driving record and use.
• Must meet eligibility for employment in the United States. (Provide appropriate I-9 documentation on first day of employment).

• Must have a clean criminal history.

• Must be able to pass a drug screening.

• Must be or willing to become: Medication Certified in MD, CPR and First Aid certified.

• Must be willing to sit for and pass the APSE Certified Employment Supports Profession (CESP) exam

Salary Range $95,000- $105,000

Salary : $95,000 - $105,000