Assistant director of vocational services

Community Services for Every1 has supported the people of our community for over 30 years. Those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those who are simply in need. Every day, our efforts support over 2,000 individuals of all abilities, across counties. We are here for Western New Yorkers – all of them. Helping those in need takes very special people. And those people are the lifeblood of Community Services for Every1. They’re employees who thrive on helping and who have a passion for connecting. Who can form lifelong bonds with the people they support and make the biggest difference in the lives of fellow Western New Yorkers. Just as we empower those we serve, we strive to empower each other. We support our colleagues through challenges and we collaborate to find the best solutions – and we work hard to help each other grow. Community Services for Every1 offers competitive starting pay based on directly related experience, generous time off, excellent benefits plans and an opportunity to grow!

Provides administrative oversight of Vocational Services, including OPWDD Supported Employment (SEMP), ACCES-VR, Community Based Prevocational Services, Career Specific Vocational Training (CSVT), and other workforce development programs as assigned. Responsible for staff supervision, program quality assurance, contract compliance, budget and unit management, referral and intake processes, employer and community partnerships, program reporting, and service development. Ensures services are delivered in accordance with OPWDD, ACCES-VR, Medicaid, and agency requirements while promoting competitive integrated employment and career advancement opportunities for individuals receiving services.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises the Program Coordinator of Vocational Services, the Program Coordinator of Community Prevoc Services and the Program Coordinator of the Hospitality Occupational Skills Training Program.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Local travel required 25% of time.
2. Will usually work normal business hours. May need to work outside of normal business hours.

1. Education and Experience:
a. Master’s Degree in human services field and two (2) years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities OR Bachelor’s Degree in human services field and four (4) years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
b. Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

2. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
a. Knowledge of developmental disabilities and OPWDD regulations, ACCES-VR and service planning.
b. Strong oral communication skills and proficient writing and verbal skills.
c. Solid supervisory skills, proficient written abilities and computer literate.
d. Must be able to effectively communicate, manage multiple tasks, and self-initiate.
e. Ability to analyze and make judgments that are prudent and effective.

3. Certifications: None

4. Verifications and Screenings may include:
a. OPWDD clearance for convictions of criminal offenses.
b. County criminal background check.
c. A valid NYS Driver’s License.
d. Approval of driving record according to Agency Policy and Procedure.
e. Clearance through NYS Central Child Abuse and Maltreatment Register.
f. A drug screen prior to the commencement of employment.
g. Tuberculosis screening started or completed prior to the commencement of employment.
h. Approval of NYS Justice Center.
i. Use of personal vehicle for work purposes.
j. Proof of being an insured driver of personal vehicle.

5. Physical and Mental Requirements:
a. Seeing, hearing, sitting, and driving.
b. Performs sedentary activity of an administrative nature.
c. Exercising independent judgment, concentrating, thinking, communicating, interacting with others, managing multiple tasks and coping with stressful situations and deadlines.
d. Staying awake and alert while on duty.