Director, Day Program Services Job at Life Opportunities Unlimited, Ridgewood, NJ

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  • Life Opportunities Unlimited
  • Ridgewood, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Director, Day Program Services

Start working to make a difference…. Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premier boutique human service agency providing both residential and day program services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern New Jersey.

LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County: Allendale, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Haledon, Midland Park, Ridgewood, Township of Washington, and Waldwick. All of our locations are approximately 15 minutes from Passaic & Rockland Counties.

LOU’s Residential and Day Programs are conveniently located nearby NJ Transit, Bus Routes and Train Stations.

Core Functions:

  • Ensure adequate staffing in the program at all times

  • Establish efficient and effective transportation routes to and from residents' homes as well as activities in the community

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for all aspects and operations of Life Opportunities Unlimited’s Day Program and the clients who participate in these programs

  • Work directly under the supervision of the Director of Operations and Program Development

  • Manage and supervise staff to ensure all policies, procedures, and staffing requirements set by upper management, New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities, and Medicaid are followed

  • Maintain all client and program records, including but not limited to each individual’s: progress notes, individual plans, facility records, and vehicle records

  • Develop a curriculum, design activity calendars, and ensure that the implementation of activities meet federal, state, and agency standards

  • Ensure that the program operates within the established budget guidelines

  • Solely responsible for all progress note documentation from any staff working in the program

  • Responsible for all program facilities, vehicles, and assets

  • Review operational reports and records, manage program budget, and develop long range goals and objectives

  • Gather data and generate summary reports to identify trends

  • Act as a liaison between the Central Office, Group Homes, Families/Guardians, and Support Coordinators

  • Collaborate with Support Coordinators, Job Coaches, Therapists, and all parties involved in each client’s life to meet their evolving needs

  • Attend all ISP meetings, company events, and organization-provided training sessions as directed

  • Treat all clients and fellow staff with dignity and respect

  • Complete ad hoc projects as necessary

  • Responsible for trainings and conducting regular staff meetings for all program staff

  • Maintain a positive and harmonious environment at all times

  • Responsible for creating efficient transportation schedules for program participants, and when necessary, physically transporting clients in a company vehicle

  • Provide assistance in personal hygiene care, when necessary

  • Monitor and properly administer medication in accordance with training and procedures

  • Implement new skill development strategies for individual client growth

  • Advocate for participants’ self-expression and communication

  • Follow through on any and all established behavior plans

  • Cooperate with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

This is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities of this position. Therefore, in this role, you are expected to do anything else deemed necessary for the betterment of the program and its participants.

Join the LOU Team:

We are committed to supporting our employees in their professional growth and career development. This commitment allows our teams to thrive in a passion-driven community that is focused on enriching the lives of our clients. We are looking for dedicated individuals that want to be an important part of building a better future for individuals with developmental disabilities. Staff stay at LOU for an average of 8 years. LOU is a great place for people to meet their professional goals and grow within the organization.

You will be a successful team member if you are:

  • Creative and able to adjust accordingly

  • Organized and detail oriented

  • Patient, compassionate, and caring

  • Collaborative and communicate effectively with a team

  • Mission-motivated and result driven

Requirements:

  • BS/BA or equivalent is required

  • 1-3 years of management or leadership experience

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • Strong computer skills

  • Successful administrative experience in a fast-paced environment

  • Prior experience with complex calendar management

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

  • Experience with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, etc.)

  • Proven professional written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Possess a valid New Jersey Driver’s License

  • Must be able to successfully complete all NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities mandated trainings within the first 120 days of employment

  • The requirements for checks of Criminal Background, Central Registry, Child Abuse Registry, and Drug Testing must be completed prior to working with any clients in the Day Program or Residential Program

Benefits:

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Competitive Salary and Flexible Hours

  • Comprehensive Paid Training Programs including CPR and First Aid

  • PTO, Vacation, Sick Time, & Holiday Pay

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • Discount Perks*

    • Childcare

    • AAA

    • Vacation and entertainment

    • Cellular Plan

*These perks could be subject to change without notice

Schedule:

Monday-Friday: 8AM-4PM

Join our team and make a difference today!

Job Tags

Work at office, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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