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Services for the UnderServed · 5 days ago

Assistant Program Director (Developmental Disabilities)

Bronx, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is dedicated to transforming the lives of New Yorkers facing various challenges. The Assistant Program Director (APD) is responsible for ensuring individuals have the necessary supports and resources to lead meaningful lives while promoting their independence and self-determination.

Health CareHomeless ShelterNon ProfitResidentialSocial

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

Encourages the independence of individuals and promotes relationship building within the community and with natural supports

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 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

Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies within mandatory time frames

Supports the mission, vision, values of S:US

Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary by Program Director or designee

Qualification

Supervisory experienceDevelopmental disabilities knowledgeHealthcare managementEffective communicationBehavior Tech TrainingCPR & First AidComputer skills

Required

Associate's Degree in a related field and/or five years' experience in ID/DD or related supervisory/management experience supervisory/management experience in a residential setting

Effective written and oral communication skills