Assistand director of Day Profram-IDD

The Assistant Director supports the overall leadership, daily operations, and quality of services in a day program serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This role ensures that programming is person-centered, compliant with all regulatory standards, and promotes independence, community engagement, and meaningful skill-building. The Assistant Director acts as a leader, coach, and problem‑solver for staff and participants and serves as the acting Director when needed.

• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating daily program activities.
• Ensure all services follow agency policies, state regulations (e.g., HCBS settings rule), and licensing requirements.
• Oversee participant schedules, community outings, transportation needs, and activity plans.
• Monitor program environments for safety, accessibility, and quality.

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and support to DSPs and program staff.
• Assist with staff hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.
• Lead team meetings, promote professional development, and foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Ensure appropriate staff-to-participant ratios at all times.

• Ensure person‑centered plans (PCPs) and goals are implemented effectively.
• Support participants in achieving independence, communication, social, vocational, and daily living goals.
• Maintain strong relationships with families, guardians, and support coordinators.
• Participate in service planning meetings and progress reviews.

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation, including attendance, progress notes, incident reports, and billing.
• Support quality assurance activities, audits, and state licensing reviews.
• Maintain confidential records in accordance with HIPAA and agency policy.

• Monitor participant health needs and collaborate with nurses or healthcare providers when appropriate.
• Promote positive behavioral supports and assist in crisis intervention when needed.
• Maintain emergency preparedness procedures and compliance with safety standards.

• Assist the Director with budgeting, purchasing, and resource allocation.
• Support development and implementation of new program initiatives.
• Serve as acting Director in their absence.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related field (requirements vary by state/agency).
• 2–4 years’ experience working with adults with IDD or in a human services setting.
• Supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle emergencies calmly and effectively.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to pass background checks and required trainings.

• Experience in day habilitation, vocational programming, or community-based services.
• Familiarity with Medicaid waiver requirements, HCBS compliance, and agency accreditation standards (e.g., CARF, CQL).
• CPR/First Aid, MAP/MAT, or CPI/PMT certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Person-centered mindset
• Leadership and team-building
• Professional integrity
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Documentation accuracy
• Crisis management
• Creativity in activity planning

• Person-centered mindset
• Leadership and team-building
• Professional integrity
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Documentation accuracy
• Crisis management
• Creativity in activity planning