Company DescriptionThe Arc of Essex County is a non-profit organization that provides services and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. We have a corporate office in Livingston, NJ with programs throughout Essex County.Job DescriptionWe are currently looking for an Assistant Director of Adult Day Services. Selected personnel would administer the activities of the department in support of policies, goals, and objectives established by the Director of Day Services and the Executive Management Committee by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.General SupervisionResponsible for training and supervising Program Managers for all Day Service Programs.Responsible for overall supervision of Arc/Essex Day programs to make sure program standards are being met.Program OperationsProvide consistent and accurate information to Day Services Director regarding all program issues.Participates in all intakes, referrals and NJISP process regarding placements.Act as a liaison to DDD regarding his/her assigned Day Programs.Oversee the IHP process and IDT meetings for his/her programs.Maintains regular communication with support coordinators.Maintain regular contact with the agency behaviorists, other Arc/Essex support staff to ensure each individual's behavioral health and safety of all service recipients and their staff.Conduct regular reviews of current budget status for Day Programs.Program oversight of daily Day Program Operations.PersonnelInterview applicants for key staff positionsProvide annual performance appraisalsParticipate in all issues pertaining to staff performance.Ensure that Program Managers follow the stipulations of the Union contract agreements.Participate in any Union grievance process as assigned.QualificationsMaster's Degree (MA or MS) in Special Education, Psychology, or related field and at least three years of administrative experience in department specific services to adults with developmental disabilities.Bachelor's Degree in Special Education, Psychology, or related field and at least five years of administrative experience in department specific services to adults with developmental disabilities.Valid Driver's license is required.At least three years' driving history in the US without any suspensions.Some travel is required throughout Essex CountyAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.