Director of Community Living (58425)

Job Details: Level: Management, Job Location: Sunset CILA - Yorkville, IL 60560, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: Bachelors Degree, Salary Range: $82,100.00 - $82,100.00 Salary, Travel Percentage: Regularly, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Health Care, The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for aDirector-Community Living who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community. Work Hours:Mon-Fri 9a-5p with on-call responsibilities What you will be doing?The Director-Community Livingis responsible to provide direction and guidance for quality service and programming for persons served. This position may supervise Community Living Programs (CILA & ICILA) and other areas as assigned. This position is responsible for the leadership & collaborations for programs and locations assigned. Directors are assigned to internal and external committees representing the organization. The Director will manage staff development, client services, financial management, compliance requirements, physical plant, including assuring safety at all locations and being responsible for all reports and records required for each program and service area. The Director must maintain and assure that all aspects of program and services comply with all applicable federal, state and local entity requirements. The Director is responsible for outcome evaluation, quality assurance of services and maintains all accreditation standards. The Director is responsible to meet the needs of all stakeholders, including, but not limited to, clients, parents/guardians, staff, funders, and other interest groups. The location service area will be defined based on opening. This job position may have some work components that can be performed remotely. Remote work arrangements are not a right or entitlement of employment. They are discretionary and subject to demonstrated performance and operational needs. Approval may be rescinded at any time at the sole discretion of management. Essential Job Responsibilities Ensure compliance with all agency, state and federal policies. Ability to manage and motivate staff and volunteers including teaching job skills, administrative supervision, encouraging growth and development, conducting performance appraisals, and serving as a positive role model. Ability and willingness to serve as a team leader, provide team support, participate in group problem solving, and work with other AID staff. To ensure quality of services and care are provided for each client and promote and advocate for client rights and choice. To ensure active treatment guidelines and program requirements are followed. To establish positive rapport with families, community agencies, and follow up and resolve any client issues. To review and update program quality and program procedures. To ensure program quality by evaluating on regular basis the program needs, implementing new ideas/changes, monitoring the progress of program goals. To review, monitor, evaluate, and approve all required and mandated work submitted by the Operations Manager. Also, to provide supervision and monitor the Operations Manager and responsibilities. To monitor all program budgets to ensure compliance with financial and HR policies and procedures. Responsible for compliance with all program, state, federal, CARF, public health procedures re: billing, quality of life, safety inspections, etc. To monitor and ensure compliance with all program and AID rules and procedures. Responsible for overseeing the repair, maintenance, safety inspections/corrections, housekeeping in all assigned programs. Responsible for all reports to be submitted timely and accurately. To ensure all staff and clients under supervision are trained in safety requirements and practices. This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive and the employee may be asked to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned by the supervisor. Additional Job Responsibilities Recruit, Interview and hire staff. Monitor the coordination of all services and programs provided to the clients within AID. Recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action. Perform all other related duties, as assigned and in accordance with AID policies and mission. Promote community/families involvement in facility programs. Encourage staff to participate in AID activities and annual events. Must have good interpersonal skills. What will we provide Full Time employees.Benefits_Summary.pdf 21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays Paid training Tuition reimbursement Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year. Qualifications Education:Bachelor’s degree in human services required, Master’s Degree preferred License/certifications:QIDP Certification.License /Certification may change based on program needs and requirement Experience: Minimum of 2-4 years of work experience with individual with developmental disabilities and behavioral health issues. Minimum of 5 years of supervising staff. Physical Climb stairs daily No medical restrictions which would prohibit implementation of a lift/transfer or implementation of behavioral programs. Push, pull, reach, stoop/bend over and use step stool daily. Perform daily housekeeping tasks and assist clients in independent living skills. Physically assist clients in situations including, but not limited to: getting in and out of van, bathtub, shower, or bed regularly Implement behavior support strategies and respond to emergency behavioral issues. Requires significant walking and standing on a daily basis. Equipment Computer and software including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams; Zoom platform and application; Internet browser and Microsoft SharePoint platform. Household appliances including stove, microwave, washer/dryer, dishwasher, and countertop appliances such as microwaves. Alarm Systems for monitoring fire, weather, security, etc. Telephone and voicemail. Office Equipment including printer/scanner, copy machine, calculator, shredder, etc. Adaptive equipment as defined in individual strategies including hoyer lift and accessories, shower chairs or benches, walkers, wheelchairs, etc. Agency vehicles with and without wheelchair lifts. Additional Requirements Minimum age requirement: 21 years Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds to assist in two-person lift or with use of adaptive equipment. Pass S-TOFHLA literacy test. Must complete required DSP and Medication Administration Training, including, CPR, First Aid, Infection Control, OIG Rule 50, and CPI. Must maintain medication administration authorization by following all policies and procedures. Individual must have and maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license. The use of a personal automobile and the minimum amount of automobile liability insurance as defined in the Association’s personnel policy is required. Must transport clients in personal automobile when necessary. Must have access to a personal cell phone with ability to utilize downloaded applications for secure messaging. Complete agency required QIDP training within six months of hire. Respond to client medical/behavioral as well as facility concerns during evening, weekend, overnight, and holiday hours. Evenings, weekends, and holiday hours required per client and program needs. Maintain 12 CEU’s yearly. Attend in-service trainings as required. Attendance at after-hours programmatic functions required. If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr