Little City is seeking a dynamic and proven leader to join us in the role of Vice President of Community Enrichment and Employment Services.

PURPOSE:
The VP of Community Enrichment and Employment Services is responsible for strategic direction and oversight of program operations and service delivery for Little City’s adult community day services (CDS), community employment services (CES), and innovation services (Special Olympics, Recreation, Center for the Arts, and Horticulture Center). This role defines and executes operational vision and strategy and is accountable for business growth, quality, inclusion, and integration across agency controlled and in-community environments. This role has a high degree of position flexibility in making strategic and programmatic decisions. Accountable for key performance indicators and achievement of individual, department and agency outcomes within employment, education, recreation, leisure and other programs and services for individuals with disabilities. Ensures service delivery and environments exceed the needs, interests and choice of persons served. This position directly supervises the Director of Community Day Services, Director of Employment & Innovation Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The list of essential duties and responsibilities, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the task to be performed. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein is such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
1. Advocates for, promotes and protects the rights of all individuals by assisting people with disabilities to lead self-directed lives, achieve personal goals and contribute to the community by encouraging attitudes, beliefs and behaviors that enhance inclusion.
2. Develop, implement, and monitor Little City’s strategic plan by establishing and achieving goals, objectives, and tactics necessary for business growth, quality and outcome achievement for the assigned program and service area.
3. Define and execute day and employment program’s long-term operational vision and strategy, including new services, resource management, space utilization and development of systems which monitor, correct, and improve outcomes and oversight of program operations.
4. Oversee the day and employment services admissions team in assisting and supporting team decisions on program referrals.
5. Lead the development and implementation of the organization’s Special Olympics, Recreation Center, Center for the Arts, and Horticulture Center.
6. Directly interface with Board of Directors in strategy, employment growth, and new opportunity assessment.
7. Spearheads and explores programmatic ideas generating revenue to ensure programmatic financial sustainability.
8. Advocate and collaborate with external agencies to advance policies and opportunities for individuals with disabilities including IARF, ARC, and Intersect.
9. Interface directly with parent organizations, school administration and boards, local and trade association events, including area chambers, business advisory committees, conferences, seminars and other networking events to further awareness and education (including presentations and panel representation).
10. Design, plan and implement environmental efficiency / efficacy defining and aligning settings with available resources, program models and participant needs. Includes employment center expansion outside Cook County.
11. Responsible for fiscal sustainability/financial performance and budgets of Day, Employment, and Innovation Services program operations.
12. Monitor and act upon emerging trends and/or service gaps in community services, along with federal and state regulatory requirements as it pertains to adult programs and services offered.
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13. Participate in the development and implementation of quality improvement measures to ensure best practice - analyze and react to key performance indicator (KPI) data and metrics related to achievement of goals.
14. In conjunction with transportation, defines and creates logistic strategy for fleet utilization and service delivery.
15. Develops and maintains relationships with external entities (vendors, businesses, community support agencies, stakeholders, and community members) which serve to maximize the quantity and quality of services provided and increase the diversity within the array of services offered.
16. Hire, train, supervise and evaluate performance of management team responsible for the implementation of the program and services strategy. Ensure that all activities related to staff supervision, including training and performance evaluation are executed in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with Agency policies and procedures and all applicable Federal & State licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
17. Maintain thorough knowledge of and compliance with Accreditation, State and Federal regulations including but not limited to Council on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, Department of Labor, Department of Human Services (Divisions of Rehabilitation Services and Developmental Disabilities), Bureau of Accreditation, Licensure and Certification, Bureau of Quality Management, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Department of Public Health and Office of Inspector General.
18. Exhibit exemplary leadership, promoting a positive and optimistic culture, inclusive of all, and in which policies and procedures that promote Little City’s mission and vision are upheld.
19. Maintains a working knowledge of the Union Contract and operates within the contractual agreement.
20. Maintains annual American Heart Association certification in First Aid and CPR.
21. Successfully completes Little City required training, re-training, and any additional training as required by Little City policies and practices, or as assigned by his or her immediate supervisor.
22. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Master’s degree is required, Human Services-related degree is preferred, as well as a minimum of five (5) years of management experience, preferably in the provision of services for persons with disabilities. Experience in adult community day services and employment services with the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) contracts and grant understanding desired. Must possess strong skill sets in written and verbal communication, interpersonal relations, business acumen and superior knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and visual presentation platforms. Must manage multiple priorities, respond well to ambiguity, and demonstrate a positive, self-driven initiative. Must display superior work ethic and comfort in leading functional culture change and program evolution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person