What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Director position at Sunrise Northeast Inc?
Are you passionate about helping others? Would you like to make a difference in someone’s life? If you answered yes, we encourage you to join the Sunrise family! Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sunrise, we pride ourselves in taking an individualized approach in addressing the unique needs of each person seeking or receiving services. As an employer, we seek to provide an environment of growth and development for our employees that is consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people.
Purpose
Oversees the state operations and services which support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Acts as the liaison between the Area Director(s), NHQ, and regulatory agencies. Serves as the lead representative for state trade associations.
Qualifications
Successfully completes the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings
Maintains a valid Driver's License and meets company standards for approved drivers
Proficient with WORD, EXCEL, OUTLOOK and basic computer skills
Bachelor's Degree required (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience required, experience in the field of ID/DD or human services preferred
Essential Functions
Organization Mission and Strategy:
Works collaboratively with Directors and stakeholders to ensure the mission is fulfilled through the provision of quality services.
Leadership and Administration:
Ensures each Area Director creates a positive culture that promotes open communication between persons supported, families, and staff.
Provides leadership and guidance to Area Directors to ensure compliance with Sunrise policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and the Sunrise Strategic Plan.
Mentors and develop Area Directors to increase knowledge, leadership, growth and opportunities for succession.
Collaborates with all levels of the organization for planning and problem solving.
Positively represents the organization to all stakeholders, and advocates for the rights of persons supported in all sectors of the community.
Serves as a representative for the organization with the state trade association(s), and is involved in industry-related initiatives.
Financial Performance and Viability:
Ensures state fiscal management and monitoring of the approved budget.
Works with Area Directors to ensure concentrated financial efficiencies to include minimization overtime and maximization of area census.
Implements strategies to maximize revenue, attain operational efficiency and drive sustainability.
Growth:
Assists in the Organization’s expansion into new markets and core services that provide maximum return on investment (ROI).
Works with the finance team and the COO to complete the strategic business planning process that supports new initiatives and drives the success of the Organization.
Communication:
Proficiency in the English language (both written and verbal) is required as this job entails direct care of adults and children receiving services. Employees are required to communicate, both orally and in writing, with staff and others regarding medical care, supports, and services. This requirement includes the ability to effectively communicate in English including medical terminology.
Performs all other duties as assigned
96 Hartford | TAG: SR96HT
This position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace
If you were referred by a current Sunrise employee, please make sure to indicate so when completing the employment application process
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- On call
Work Location: In person
