Operational Program Director / 245D Designated Manager * Up to $5000 sign on bonus *

Full-time - Mid Level

Lake Hiawatha, NJ

About the position

The Operational Program Director (OPD) will be responsible for leadership and coordination of the overall programs which work with persons with ID, DD, Mental Health Diagnosis, medical needs and/or persons on the Autism Spectrum. This position is a mixture of both direct care and supervisory duties. Typical business hours are full-time, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. As an OPD, you are on call from 8am Monday to 5pm Friday to support staff and coordinators within four to five programs. The position involves working within the programs onsite. As an OPD, you'll be on call for about 15-30 sites from Friday at 5pm to Monday at 8am, roughly every 3-6 weeks. This schedule includes some holidays, which are shared equally among the on-call group.

Responsibilities

• Manage programs that work with persons with ID, DD, Mental Health Diagnosis, medical needs, and/or persons on the Autism Spectrum.
• Provide leadership and coordination for overall programs.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with 245D licensing requirements.
• Be on call to support staff and coordinators within multiple programs.
• Work onsite within the programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field is preferred.
• Three years’ experience supervising staff in the human service field.
• Valid United States Driver’s License with acceptable motor vehicle background check.
• Valid liability vehicle insurance with reliable transportation.
• Ability to complete personal cares and be able to lift and transfer individuals.
• Ability to transport persons served in the community.
• Demonstrate good decision-making, time management, and communication skills.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; some programs require at least 21 years of age.

Benefits

• $5,000.00 retention bonus.
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees.
• Supplemental Insurance.
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees.
• Pet Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401K with up to 3% employer matching after one year.
• Paid Time Off.
• PTO Donation.
• Growth and Development Opportunities.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Scheduled pay increases.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Dedicated training department with paid training.