Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Be the Change You Want to See as an Assistant Program Director!

ANIBIC, Inc. is looking to hire an Assistant Program Director to provide oversight of our residential services in Queens (Briarwood), New York. The program consists of a mix of supportive and supervised programs for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilites. Prior experience as a Residential Manager or Residential Assistant Program Director is required.

This role is pivotal in ensuring that the adults we serve receive consistent quality care according to best practices and regulatory compliance with OPWDD and other regulatory bodies. This leadership role is responsible for advancing quality services, ensuring that we develop future leaders within the program and a positive work culture for our employees!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Not limited to the following:

1. Oversee, provide direction and coordinate the day to day operations of the residential programs.

• Work with Managers to ensure that staffing and schedules meet the needs of the individuals we serve.
• Work with the Medical Coordinators, Nursing staff and managers to ensure medical needs are met proactively and reactively.
• Ensure compliance with all NYS and Federal employment laws and best practices for performance management.

2. Develop, coach, mentor, train and supervise Residential Management teams.

• Identify employee training needs and implement plans to address.
• Assist in the interview, selection and hiring process

3. Drive continuous quality improvement efforts on an ongoing basis.

• ​​​Work with the Residential Director to identify and implement ideas for systemic changes to increase efficiencies, address systemic issues, and improve consistent services on an ongoing basis. ​​​​​​

4. Ensure all residences are compliant with ANIBIC systems and OPWDD regulations.

• Implement and maintain systems to ensure compliance with incident reporting procedures, data collection, new hire and staff training processes, IPP implementation, performance management, recreational planning, fire drills, maintenance, etc.

5. Ensure that all residences operate to the safety standards set by ANIBIC aoversight agencies such as OPWDD.

6. Attend Interdisciplinary Team meetings and assist in the development of person-centered programming and programs to optimize quality health outcomes.

• Ensure that there is timely follow up and documentation of IDT recommendations and take corrective actions as needed.

7. Monitor compliance with fiscal policies (ie. petty cash, payroll, financial records, etc.) and initiate corrective actions as needed (ie. Manager training, implement systems, etc.).

REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES:

1. Effective written, verbal communication and listening skills.
2. Ability to manage performance, develop teams and engage employees to promote a positive work environment.
3. Time management and organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines and ensure follow-up is completed as needed.
4. Efficiency orientation and financial/business acumen: Approach tasks with the goal of minimizing wasted resources such as time, effort, materials, direct and indirect financial costs while maximizing quality performance. Initiate efforts to reduce inefficiencies.
5. Initiative and Quality Assurance: Initiate the development of tools and a regular schedule for proactive ongoing quality assurance activities. Initiate strategies for improvement and changes strategies as needed. Initiates the problem-solving process when opportunities present themselves without having to be directed by others.
6. Systems Thinking & Problem Solving: Assesses the root cause of problems and initiates appropriate corrective actions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 2 years of Residential Management experience in an OPWDD certified residence.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Must be able to ambulate up and down stairs per some of our program locations.
• Current AMAP Certification preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to other locations as needed for meetings, etc. as needed.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE

• Low-Cost, High Quality Healthcare Insurance PLUS a Supplemental Visa Cash Card to offset healthcare costs (ie. co-pays and prescriptions).
• Various Employee Discounts through our healthcare program for wellness and physical fitness programs (and others!)
• Paid Time Off (Sick, Personal, Holidays) which advances work / life balance.
• Life Insurance
• Dental / Vision Insurance
• Retirement
• Paid training and on-site certifications
• An inclusive and diverse team environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

ANIBIC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, familial status, military status, disability and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

ANIBIC, Inc. serves adults with intellectual disabilities services that help improve their qualify of life and independence in all areas of their lives: We provide the following services:
* Residential Services (Queens)
* Day Habilitation Services (Manhasset and Queens)
* Vocational Services (Queens)
* Family Support Services (Queens)

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ANIBIC, Inc. serves adults with intellectual disabilities services that help improve their qualify of life and independence in all areas of their lives: We provide the following services: \r\n* Residential Services (Queens)\r\n* Day Habilitation Services (Manhasset and Queens)\r\n* Vocational Services (Queens)\r\n* Family Support Services (Queens)

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