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Description/Job Summary:
The RHD (RSS) Assistant Program Director provides leadership to staff in collaboration with the Program Director. The RHD (RSS) Assistant Program Director will assist the director with staff supervision, training and hiring of staff. The APD is responsible for helping to ensure all program operations are conducted in an ethical and professional manner. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.
What You’ll Love About RHD:
- Commitment to Values: We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of all our partners and those we serve.
- Dedication to Wellness: We value and prioritize our employees’ mental, physical, and emotional health by providing free, online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions, and webinars on various health-related topics.
- Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills.
Advantages of Working for RHD as a Full-Time Employee:
- Full Benefits Package
- Generous PTO Plan
- Free Virtual Fitness Classes
- Scholarship and Tuition Programs
- Employee Assistant Program
- Student loan forgiveness program
Responsibilities/Duties:
Leadership, Staff Management and Organizational Strategy:
- Supervise Site Supervisors, Program Specialists, Medical Staff and Direct Support Professionals to include daily operations, supervision practices, implementation of consumer plans and documentation.
- In collaboration with the Fiscal Administrator or Office Manager, provide oversight to the recruitment process to include scheduling candidates for and participating in interviews. Oversee the hiring, and orientation of new staff as necessary.
- Support management team with documentation around supervision to include progressive discipline as warranted.
Quality Assurance:
- Reviews site documentation in preparation for audits both internal and external.
Finance, Development and other Operations:
- Supports the Unit Director in adhering to license, funder and budget requirements.
- Provide support and intervention for individuals and staff during a crisis.
- Create an environment that empowers individuals through the development of skills and coordination of resources and supportive services.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience:
- At least 5 years' work experience in mental health/IDD direct service and 2 years of supervisory experience.
Required Education:
- A Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services or related field from an accredited institution.
Required Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Products and Applications.
- Vaccinated against Covid-19
- Valid Driver’s License and personal vehicle.
- Subject to employment screenings, including criminal background check and FBI clearance, if applicable.
Program Summary
Residential Service System (RSS) provides supervised living (CLA) and supported living (SLA), shared housing, individual homeownership, education, training, and clinical treatment services for men and women with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Montgomery County.
Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.
About Resources For Human Development, Inc.:
RHD is a national, comprehensive human services organization. Our mission is to provide caring, effective, and innovative services that empower people of all abilities as they work to achieve the highest level of independence possible while building better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. RHD currently supports programs in: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Iowa, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Dakota & Tennessee!
