Director of Adult Community Services

Join Our Team as the Director of Adult Community Services!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities?

Do you have the leadership skills to manage and enhance community-based living programs?

Ädelbrook Community Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Adult Community Services.

Position: Director of Adult Community Services

Location: 58 Missionary Road Cromwell, CT 06416

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer

About Us: Ädelbrook Community Services is a leading provider of comprehensive community-based services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to offer compassionate and effective care through evidence-based treatment models, fostering a supportive environment for growth and development.

Job Summary: As the Director of Adult Community Services, you will be responsible for the 24-hour oversight of administration, admissions, transitions, and programming for our adult community services. This includes CSI Continuous Residential Supports (CRS), Community Living Arrangements (CLA), Day Support Options, and Housing. You will work collaboratively with various departments to ensure adherence to our evidence-based treatment philosophy. This role requires a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and rotating on-call duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative oversight for community-based living programs.

• Supervise the Assistant Director of Adult Community and CRS/CLA Program Coordinator.

• Ensure programs operate within established budget levels.

• Oversee admission and transition processes, maintaining communication with DDS Regions.

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels, training, and implementation of program models.

• Foster professional communication and collaboration between clinical, behavioral, and leadership staff.

• Ensure timely and accurate documentation and reporting, including admissions, monthly/quarterly reports, ACRs, IPs, QSRs, transition planning, and outcome measures.

• Participate in program and agency leadership meetings to ensure quality collaboration and service integration.

• Ensure compliance with DDS contracted licensing and COA best practices standards.

• Maintain client records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

• Serve as a Physical/Psychological Management Trainer.

• Conduct research for new program initiatives and implement service systems (EHR).

• Provide supervision for all related services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Human Services, Special Education, or a related field (Master’s degree strongly encouraged).

• At least eight years of experience in the behavioral health care field and five years of supervisory experience.

• Positive attitude and proven track record of successful program implementation in residential/group home settings.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with agency employees, community service organizations, and health care agencies.

• Ability to work with diverse populations and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record.

• Ability to attain and maintain certification in PMT, CPR, First Aid, DDS Investigator Trainings, and DDS Medication Administration.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities.

• Work with a supportive and collaborative team.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for community service and leadership, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our team and help us continue to provide exceptional care and support to those we serve.