Associate Director, Clinical/Medical Services

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Director, Clinical/Medical Services (Registered Nurse [RN])

Start working to make a difference…. Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premier boutique human service agency providing both residential and day program services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern New Jersey.

LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County: Allendale, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Haledon, Midland Park, Ridgewood, Township of Washington, and Waldwick. All of our locations are approximately 15 minutes from Passaic & Rockland Counties.

LOU’s Residential and Day Programs are conveniently located nearby NJ Transit, Bus Routes and Train Stations.

Core Functions:

• Review individual medical records and develop individual specialized trainings/curricula, in accordance with federal, state, and agency standards

• Ensure accurate and satisfactory completion of all physician forms/prescriptions from community physicians

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all administrative components of the medical needs of the individuals served by Life Opportunities Unlimited

• Work directly under the supervision of the Director of Operations and Program Development

• Manage and supervise staff to ensure all policies, procedures, and staffing requirements set by upper management, New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities, and Medicaid are followed

• Maintain all medical records

• Schedule and/or attend (as needed) medical appointments

• Attend all ISP meetings, company events, and organization-provided training sessions as directed

• Collaborate with Support Coordinators, Job Coaches, Therapists, and all parties involved in each client’s life to meet their evolving needs

• Monitor and properly administer medication in accordance with training and procedures

• Review program medication records and create action plans, as needed

• Act as a liaison between the Central Office, Group Homes, Families/Guardians, and Support Coordinators

• Treat all clients and fellow staff with dignity and respect

• Complete ad hoc projects as necessary

• Maintain a positive and harmonious environment at all times

• Provide assistance in personal hygiene care, when necessary

• Advocate for participants’ self-expression and communication

• Cooperate with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

• Conduct comprehensive medical assessments as necessary

This is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities of this position. Therefore, in this role you are expected to do anything else deemed necessary for the betterment of the program and its participants.

Join the LOU Team:

We are committed to supporting our employees in their professional growth and career development. This commitment allows our teams to thrive in a passion-driven community that is focused on enriching the lives of our clients. We are looking for dedicated individuals that want to be an important part of building a better future for individuals with developmental disabilities. Staff stay at LOU for an average of 8 years. LOU is a great place for people to meet their professional goals and grow within the organization.

You will be a successful team member if you are:

• Creative and able to adjust accordingly

• Organized and detail-oriented

• Patient, compassionate, and caring

• Collaborative and communicate effectively with a team

• Mission-motivated and results-driven

Qualifications:

• RN License Required

• 1-3 years of management or leadership experience, preferred

• Must be 21 years or older

• Strong computer skills

• Successful administrative experience in a fast-paced environment

• Prior experience with complex calendar management

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

• Experience with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, etc.)

• Proven professional written and verbal communication skills