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Type: Full-Time (Exempt)
Rate: $67,000 - $85,000 Annually
SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Employment Services, in collaboration with the Senior Director of Employment Services (SDOES), provides leadership, vision and oversight of the Employment Services Department, charged with supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in search of employment opportunities. Provides primary oversight for offsite offices, including Thousand Oaks, Burbank and eventually, Santa Clarita and other sites. Forges strong relationships with local employers, and provides guidance, inspiration and supervision to the Program Coordinators, Quality Assurance team, Job Coaches, Job Developers and all members of the ES team. Acts as the department lead for the Department in the absence of the Director of Employment Services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises Job Coaches, Program Coordinators and other key positions as needed. Carries 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 and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with skill, tact and a command of best practices for employing individuals with special needs. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must possess the knowledge of the needs of persons with developmental disabilities and/or traumatic brain injuries and have the ability to relate effectively with persons with disabilities. He/she must be able to manage crisis situations and have access to the necessary resources for Members to live and work effectively in the community. Ability to organize, administer and coordinate a program and to act decisively and competently. Good verbal and written communication skills are also required.
Belief in the agency philosophy and in the dignity of the individual; demonstrated ability to work in a cooperative and supportive manner with staff, Members, and the community; must also demonstrate the ability to organize work in an efficient and timely manner to meet the demands of the job.
Computer competency in business applications such as Word, Outlook, and Excel is required. Ability to learn other applications in use by the agency and to improve efficiency of responsibilities is also required.
Candidates with previous history in compliance (CARF or similar external review bodies) is preferred but not required.
The individual must have a reliable vehicle, a valid California Driver License, and good driving record, and proof of adequate vehicle insurance.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation, human services or a related field from an accredited college or university. A minimum of three-five years’ experience working with the developmentally disabled adults in a managerial position is preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret in English general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write in English reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in English and respond to questions from groups of managers, Members, customers, and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, walk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Full Time
$118k-164k (estimate)
02/07/2024
05/03/2024