Position: Chief Operating Officer

Location:  Laradon fosters a collaborative, team environment; working on-site in Denver, CO

Application Deadline:  May 24.

Schedule: 8 am-4 pm, M-F. May vary.

Starting Salary Range: * $130,000-$160,000 annually

* The stated starting salary pay range for this position is meant to reflect a range of where a typical entry level candidate would start and is not meant to be all inclusive. Additional education and experience may result in a starting pay outside of the stated range. *

If you genuinely care about providing youth and/or adults with a sense of direction and hope, then you’ll get huge satisfaction from this role. Your influence will not only impact the lives of youth and/or adults, but the community as a whole. Laradon staff work extremely hard and are challenged every day, but they play a key role in supporting the well-being of the individuals that we serve.

As a Chief Operating Officer you will be a valuable asset to Laradon’s mission by overseeing the day-to-day operations of Laradon. In addition to responsibilities for the operational and financial success of Laradon’s individual programs, the COO will establish the direction and strategy for Laradon in collaboration with the CEO while assuring optimal safety, quality, service, and outcomes. This position will lead and sustain change and drive the culture of trauma-informed and integrated care. This position is ultimately responsible for ensuring that quality and comprehensive service is being delivered efficiently on all levels, which is accomplished through effective leadership.

No day is ever alike but you can generally look forward to the following responsibilities:

• Lead the execution of Laradon's vision in being the premier provider for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Develop and monitor program performance and quality indicators, communicate successes, together with Program Directors, and create and implement program improvements when needed.
• Responsible for creating an inclusive environment and behaving in a way that ensures that clients and employees feel embraced and included, regardless of individual characteristics, respected and valued, engaged and connected to the community, and safe from abuse and harassment. 
•  Ensure provider adherence to clinical, Federal, and State requirements, in addition to ensuring accreditation standards, as applicable. 
•  Review and interpret data (i.e. demographics, numbers of clients served and services provided, client satisfaction, client progress, and process improvement metrics, etc.) to support and inform grant activities, fundraising, program improvement, and other activities that support quality services for individuals. 
• Track expectations for productivity and revenue at the program level while balancing the value of providing quality services and maintaining sustainable workloads for employees. 
• Responsible for ensuring program employees adhere to requirements specified by law and/or governing bodies. 
• Ability to work individually and in a team setting. 

We proudly support our employees by providing the following benefits for this position:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/FSA
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 8 Weeks of Paid Breaks/Holidays and 100 Hours of Accrued Paid Time Off Annually
• FAMLI Leave
• Bilingual Pay Differential
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Student Loan Assistance
• Laradon is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Onsite Employee Counseling Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Long Term Disability, Life, Cancer, Accident, and Pet Insurance
• EcoPass: Unlimited rides on RTD buses and trains for full-time employees
• Referral Bonuses (get paid to work with friends!)
• Committee participation opportunities (DEIB/A, Safety)
• Development, job growth, and internal training
• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment alongside other Laradon staff – one where everyone is truly appreciated
• CDC and CDPHE protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of all employees.

We believe in providing continuing education and development opportunities for our employees. To start you off right in your position, we’ll make sure you are trained in the following:

• Orientation
• Mandatory Reporting
• Incident Reporting
• First Aid/CPR
• Safety Care/Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Defensive Driving
• Person Centered Training
• Trauma Informed Care
• QMAP
• Professional Boundaries

We look forward to what you will bring to our workplace:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, not required.
• 7 Years experience in a senior leadership, as a COO or equivalent.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and initiatives.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively.

Our commitment to you once you get here:

Our DEIB/A policy supports and strengthens Laradon’s mission of promoting advocacy, community access and independence for the individuals we serve and celebrating the unique differences and abilities of our employees. Laradon strives to foster a culture that celebrates diversity, ensuring that each member of our community has equal opportunities to thrive and contribute their unique perspectives. We are committed to promoting equity and accessibility by identifying and eliminating systemic barriers that may hinder the growth and advancement of underrepresented groups through intentional and inclusive practices.
To provide culturally aware services to individuals, students, guests, and staff/employees, our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, veteran status, religion, citizenship, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel a sense of belonging and value. We strive for excellence in every role within Laradon and select the most qualified people who embrace and embody our mission and values.

Our Values: 

Inclusion | Compassion | Advocacy | Respect | Empowerment

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