Assistant Program Director

Brooklyn, NY $50,000 – $54,000

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Job description

Our client, a reputable non-profit organization in New York City, is seeking an Assistant Program Director for the Developmental Disability Department. The APD will play a crucial role in ensuring that individuals with developmental disabilities have the support and resources needed to lead lives that align with their needs and aspirations.

The APD will interact with individuals and colleagues in a manner that stems from dignity and with hopes of fostering a true home atmosphere for the individuals. In addition, the APD will provide coaching to DSPs and Shift Supervisors so that their actions ensure the health and wellness of the individuals, support their independence, self-determination and right to take reasonable risks.
The APD will maintain operational efficiency of the residence, including fiscal, regulatory, policies & procedures, staff management, and quality improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes the independence and self-determination of individuals, utilizing person-centered practices that focus on the individuals’ strengths and preferences while simultaneously addressing their needs.
• Manage the holistic healthcare, nutrition, and wellness of individuals including tracking appointments, communicating with the CMS, Nurse, relevant doctors and managers.
• Ensures the coordination of all recreation and other community activities that promotes the participation and independence of individuals.
• Implement, evaluate, and provide feedback on all individual-specific care plans and protocols as written by the team.
• Encourages the independence of individuals and promotes relationship building within the community and with natural support.
• Manages and directs the overall flow of the shift including assigning staff to appropriate individual ratios.
• Supervise staff (DSPs and Shift Supervisors), while promoting learning and development by providing continual coaching and mentoring.
• Role model the necessary behaviors that support independence and the aspirational desires of individuals.
• Informs DSPs of organizational policies, procedures and regulatory requirements including incident management reporting.
• Works creatively and collaboratively with trans-disciplinary team members including RN, QIDPs, and PD to determine successful solutions in supporting the needs of the individuals.
• Ensures that health and safety requirements are observed, including maintaining a stimulating and comfortable physical environment.
• To facilitate individuals’ participation in recreational activities and medical appointments, coordinates all transportation activities for the residence.
• Manage the personal property of individuals and their ability to access personal items.
• In collaboration with the clinical team, participates in admission and discharge reviews and makes recommendations to Program Director.
• Conducts monthly fire evacuation drills to include all staff members at the residence.
• Ensure optimal utilization of the resources available in order to achieve efficiencies including managing the distribution and reconciliation of petty cash funds.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies within mandatory time frames.
• Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary by Program Director or designee.

Benefits Overview:

Attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

Qualifications

Associate degree in a related field or High School Diploma/GED

Behavior Tech Training preferred

Basic computer skills (e.g. MS Office suite and Windows)

Effective written and oral communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• AMAP; SCIP-R; CPR & First Aid is needed, but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 – $52,000.00 per year