Assistant Director (822)

Position: Assistant Director, Day Hab Job ID: 822 Location: Westwood, MA Shift: Monday-Thursday 8am - 4pm, Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm Salary: $62,783.50 As a team, the mission of Lifeworks is to provide advocacy, empowerment, and opportunity to those that we serve. As a member of our team, we are all here to support you as we provide creative opportunities and services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Lifeworks isn’t just a job; it is an opportunity for a fulfilling career with a purpose. We offer competitive pay & excellent benefits in a rewarding and supportive environment. Lifeworks is hiring a full time Assistant Director, Day Hab to work with individuals with ID/DD in one of our Day Programs. We are a nonprofit human service agency that provides adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to live engaged and meaningful lives. We are searching for an enthusiastic individual who will bring their personality, an independent work ethic, and a strong belief in enhancing the lives of those we serve. Essential Duties Provide leadership and guidance as a member of the management team in long and short-term planning development, organization and evaluation of the Day Habilitation program, and in the daily operation of the program, ensuring safety and maintenance in the program. Oversee and manage curriculum development and support Case Managers to assess and set goals and objectives, develop plans of action/teaching techniques for persons served in the group, and integrate the goals of each person’s service plans and transition plans into group curriculum. Ensure compliance with all plans including Day Habilitation Service Plans (DHSP’s) and Individual Service Plans (ISP’s), and that plans are being delivered consistently. Ensure group room environment is conducive to maximum learning and independence. Ensure all materials are arranged consistently to allow persons served to access them as independently as possible. Participate in cleaning routines and report maintenance concerns. Responsible for the scheduling of staff in their assigned group rooms as well as working with the other Assistant Directors and Resource Manager in managing the staff schedule for the program. Provide assistance as needed to ensure a safe and supportive environment. Participate in the transfer of persons served as needed to meet their individual needs. Administer and interpret assessments to determine each individual’s skill level on a regular basis and as needed. Supervise the implementation of the DHSP and maintain individual’s confidential records. Assist in overseeing and ensuring all documentation is completed within timelines and meets Mass Health regulations. Assist Director of Day Hab and Associate Director with referrals and development of services within the Day Hab site. Assist with identifying community resources and plan and organize community trips with individuals. Attend program-wide Director meetings, case review meetings, supervision meetings, and in-service trainings. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and/or Associate Director. Directly supervise Case Managers and Assistant Case Managers assigned to team. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Requirements Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and one to two years of related experience. Must be able to pass fingerprint background check, CORI, DPPC, and driving background checks. Valid driver’s license required. Working vehicle required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Benefits 403(b) matching up to 3%. $2,000 staff retention bonus after 1 year. Health insurance with two plan choices and a 75% employer contribution. 4.4 weeks of paid time off in first year of employment. Long-term disability insurance and life insurance free for employees. Tuition reimbursement. Flexible spending account. EEO Statement Lifeworks, Inc. believes diversity strengthens the value of our workplace and communities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disclaimer This job profile identifies the general duties and minimum level of skills required to perform this job. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned. The employee can be responsible for all other duties as assigned by supervisor. Employment at Lifeworks is on an at-will basis. This means that the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason or for no reason and with or without prior notice. Nothing in this job description or employee handbook creates an employment agreement, express or implied, or any other agreement between an employee and Lifeworks. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lifeworks