What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Transitional Services position at Community Options Enterprises?
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Highly Skilled and dynamic Director of Transitional Services in Lawrenceville, NJ. The Director of Transitional Services is responsible for the development and implementation of the supported employment program both programmatically and fiscally, ensuring financial goals are met. Working collaboratively with other programs, the Director of Transitional Services also ensures the employment goals for the individuals supported are met.
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate community-based vocational and employment programs
- Oversee the development of employment and volunteer opportunities for persons with disabilities
- Coordinate entrepreneurial business ventures involving persons with disabilities
- Responsible for contract disbursements for community-based programs
- Assist with contract procurement as required
- Network with business leaders in the community to increase employment opportunities for persons with disabilities
- Develop new student contracts through the BOE within each county
- Partner with school districts for the Pre-ETS grant development for active students
- Attend and facilitate development meetings with school districts and families to develop the STEP program for current students and graduated students
- Develop and retain student contracts for the school year and extended school year
- Coordinate contract requirements relative to vocational and employment activities with the appropriate agencies
- Assist with grant development for vocational and employment programs
- Recruit and screen candidates and assist with training as necessary
- Establish a method of job placement that includes a survey of potential job openings and facilitate interviews with potential employers and participants
- Establish internships for people with disabilities with potential employers
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
- Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in related field plus one year experience working with people with disabilities in an integrated employment setting
- Master’s degree preferred
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
- Ability to aid in the training of people with disabilities on the required curriculum
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Competitive Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Potential Bonus Opportunities
- Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
- Leadership Academy Training Opportunity
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Salary : $60,000
