Assistant Director of Community Connections

Description

The Assistant Director of Community Connections is a professional responsible for the ongoing operations of all assigned sites. This role includes supervising and supporting the Community Connections Team Support Assistant, and Direct Support Professionals. The Assistant Director ensures the delivery of quality services to individuals supported through the Community Connections Program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human services or 3 years of relevant experience while actively pursuing a degree
• Preferred: Certification in Recreational Therapy, or willingness to obtain
• Proven leadership, management, and technology experience
• Strong supervisory and motivational skills
• Excellent written communication skills

Additional Requirements:

• Completion of initial orientation, including:
  • CPR,  First Aid
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • Universal Precautions
  • Lifting in-service
  • Medication Administration Course
  • Training on state/federal laws and organizational procedures
• Annual updates to in-services or as notified
• Valid  Missouri chauffeur’s license within 2 weeks of employment
• Completion of all required Management Training Curriculum
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals receiving services, their      families, and staff

Additional Essential Functions

• Regular attendance and reliability
• Ability to work scheduled shifts and overtime as needed
• Acceptance of supervision
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Chauffeur’s license (valid and maintained)
• Willingness  to carry and respond to phone calls at all times

Essential Physical Requirements

This is a sedentary position requiring:

• Exertion of up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Frequent  fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions
• Vocal communication and active listening
• Visual acuity for written/computer data, machinery, and surroundings
• Minimal exposure to adverse environmental conditions

Some homes may specifically require lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. Contact Human Resources or your immediate supervisor for specific requirements.

Accountable To:

Director of Community Connections

Examples of Work Duties / Marginal Functions

1. Ensure the safety and welfare of each supported individual
2. Ensure quality program delivery
3. Recruit new program participants
4. Provide operational oversight and staff supervision
5. Promote  individual rights, choice, and inclusion
6. Make hiring and personnel recommendations
7. Coordinate and assist with licensing and certification surveys
8. Draft and implement corrective action plans for licensing agencies
9. Share medical information with team members
10. Remain  accessible and responsive to staff and program needs
11. Provide 24/7 on-call availability or arrange coverage when unavailable
12. Coordinate continuous staff training and in-service sessions
13. Ensure compliance with agency policies and procedures
14. Monitor and control program expenses, including overtime approval
15. Prepare legally required reports for submission to agencies
16. Promote agency policies internally and externally
17. Represent the agency at meetings as assigned
18. Conduct timely performance reviews and staff evaluations
19. Demonstrate value-based and principled leadership
20. Understand and ensure compliance with:
    • State DMH licensing regulations
    • Medicaid  Waiver procedures
    • CARF principles
21. Protect and maintain confidentiality per policy and law
22. Perform additional duties during emergencies or as assigned