What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Community Services position at Community Options New York?
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Director of Community Services to lead and manage our Binghamton, NY development! The Director of Community Services is responsible for developing and managing in-home supports, residential services, and community-based services. This person will maintain high-quality programs in accordance with state and local regulations.
Starting Pay Rate: $60,000 per year
Responsibilities
- Develop new programs including in-home supports, family model, host homes, and community based services, and liaison with managed care organizations
- Lead and train teams to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique
needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities - Assess referrals for adults and children requiring supports and coordinate program admissions
- Oversee daily operations of in-home supports, residential services, and community-based
services - Liaison with referral sources to identify program placement opportunities
- Ensure programs are in compliance with state licensing and reporting standards
- Assist with quality assurance and program improvement activities with a focus on improving
current policies, practices, and procedures - Provide training on programs, policies, and procedures to improve service delivery
- 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 social work, psychology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health
- Experience working with behavior challenged children and adults
- Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background,
central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Incredible career growth opportunities
- 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
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Salary : $60,000
