Director of Vocational Services

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director to lead our organization in delivering high-quality services and programs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Day Habilitation and management, particularly within the behavioral health and social work sectors. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional relationship management skills, who is passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and enhancing their quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Strong experience in program development within behavioral health or social work settings.
• Proven ability to manage relationships effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities is highly desirable.
• Excellent supervisory skills with a focus on team development and performance management.
• Strong administrative skills, including budgeting and resource management.
• Ability to think strategically while managing day-to-day operational tasks.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Responsible for the overall programming for the Vocational Department.
• Must ensure that all state licensing and waiver required standards are in place for the Vocational Department.
• Prepares and submits the Vocational/Adult Day Hab budget to the COO for approval and monitor those expenditures.
• Authorizes purchases for the Vocational Program.
• Interviews and recommends hiring of all personnel for the Vocational Department.
• Responsible for delegating sufficient authority to staff within the Vocational Department to ensure that the responsibilities the department undertakes is carried out.
• Ensure the proper training of employees in accordance with state licensing, waiver and HIPAA guidelines.
• Serves as Chairperson for the Vocational Admissions Committee.
• Ensures a written orientation program is in place for all clients admitted into the program.
• Confers with Instructors/Crew Supervisors regarding clients behavioral or learning problems, and recommends methods of modifying inappropriate behavior and encouraging learning experiences.
• Confers with parents, support coordinators and other providers regarding program activities, policies, and enrollment procedures.
• Maintain appropriate records according to state and local regulations.
• Arranges medical attention for ill or injured client in accordance with procedures.
• Plan, develop and coordinate vocational services for the Developmentally Disabled functioning as a vocational counselor within the Day Program to locate and develop new settings for clients who require specialized settings.
• Must be familiar with and comply with Fire, Health and OSHA Safety Codes and Regulations.
• Ensure that all areas are staffed according to licensing ratio, utilizing a sub instructor pool, if necessary.
• Maintain client rights and confidentiality at all times, serve as a advocate for clients” rights within the Vocational Department.
• Writes and ensures the implementation of Vocational Department policies and procedures for State Licensing and Waiver.
• Meet with Instructor/Crew Supervisor regularly.
• Serves as a liaison person with external agencies.
• Approves and signs off on Individualized Plans ICEP’s and quarterlies as prepared by the QIDP.
• Assist Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) in formulating client objectives for the Individual Habilitation Plan (IHP).
• Responsible for continuing expansion of Vocational services to the community and implementation and administration of same.
• Reviews and approves all requisition for materials, supplies, and/or equipment prior to submission to vendor.
• Reviews and approves personnel time sheets.
• Review and approve all travel request and expenses.
• Reviews and approve contracts and/or invoices for consultants.
• Must review and sign all Incident Reports.
• Works with the CEO and COO (a) in a general advisory capacity, (b) in a liaison to the parents and community capacity and (c) in fostering a more “bundled” approach to marketing of overall LARC services to the community..
• Responsible for knowing and carrying out the established policies and procedures of LARC and state licensing guidelines.
• Required to be familiar with Safety and Hazard guidelines set by LARC/OSHA and implement such guidelines.
• Required to attend on-going training.
• Performs other routine duties as assigned by the CEO and/or COO.

We invite qualified candidates who are committed to making a difference in the lives of others to apply for this impactful leadership role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lafayette, LA 70506 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lafayette, LA 70506: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $63,000