Assistant Residential Division Director

Salary $84,000 per year

People, Incorporated is a human service agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!

Our Residential program is seeking an Assistant Division Director. This position will provide leadership and guidance to a cluster of homes for the development and implementation of the Residential Program to enhance and encourage independent living for individuals functioning at various levels of self-sufficiency, and for the program’s overall operation of twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week. . The Assistant Division Director will provide leadership and guidance to a cluster of homes. Guidance and leadership will include addressing client and programmatic development, client safety and treatment, staff development and supervision, training compliance, regulatory compliance and on-call responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and manage program as stated in organization plan and consistent with individual oriented service.
• Direct and assure implementation of division policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with individuals’ families and area human service, educational, recreational, and housing agencies to meet individuals’ goals based on their preference and working to further their individual growth.
• Develop program funding proposal and budget, monitor spending, and recommend budget amendments.
• Submit all appropriate reports and statistical data as required.
• Ensure individual input in staff interview and selection process, and recommend staff changes and hires.
• Supervise and evaluate direct support staff, and assist in supervision and evaluation of their staff, focusing on individual service excellence.
• Establish required basic training, and recommend in-service training and staff development for program staff.
• Serve as liaison in the community to promote awareness and support of the program.
• Participate as a member of the Senior Management Team.
• Respond to division emergencies as needed including maintaining a working cell phone to be accessible at all times during regularly scheduled hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Director, or President and CEO.
• May be required to use employee’s personal vehicle for work purposes.
• Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
• Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor degree in Human Services or a related field and three years related experience, two years in a supervisory capacity; or Associate degree and four years related experience, one year in a supervisory capacity; or suitable combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of residential programs for developmentally disabled adults.
• Knowledge of government contracting processes.
• Skill in administration and/or supervision.
• Ability to serve as a role model and a leader within the organization and its service community.
• Ability to respond to division emergencies.
• A qualifying criminal background check, driving record and a valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to provide current copy of all required health records and TB assessments

Why join our Team?

Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.

At People Incorporated, you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**

Available Benefits:

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Account
• FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Center on Site
• Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
• Free Financial Planning/Analysis
• Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Professional Developmental:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• Reimbursement for C.N.A. Training and Licensing
• FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Degree Completion Incentive

Join us! #peoplewithapurpose

People Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency’s success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.

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