Highlights
Working collaboratively with other programs, this person ensures the employment goals for the individuals supported are met. The Director of Employment Services develops appropriate employment opportunities geared towards all levels and needs for people with disabilities.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Tucson, Arizona |
| Industry | Nonprofit Charitable Organizations |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1989 |
| Website | http://www.comop.org |
Description
Description
Community Options, Inc., is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are now hiring a Director of IDD Community Servicesto provide support in Tucson, AZ. The Director of Employment Services develops appropriate employment opportunities geared towards all levels and needs for people with disabilities. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of the employment program both programmatically and fiscally. Working collaboratively with other programs, this person ensures the employment goals for the individuals supported are met.
Responsibilities
- Manage employment programs and partner with stakeholders in compliance with state regulatory body
- Define contract requirements for vocational and employment activities with appropriate agencies
- Manage contract procurement and disbursements for community-based programs
- Network with business leaders to develop employment, volunteer, and internship opportunities
- Provide training on the methodology used to teach individuals the skills needed for employment
- Assist with training individuals to perform on-the-job tasks and work routines
- Assist with business development, fundraising, and grant development for employment programs
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Establish internships for people with disabilities with potential employers
- Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum three years of experience in related field
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Knowledgeable in the areas of state regulatory bodies and regulations
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Incredible career growth opportunities
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Benefits
Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle Allowance, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts
About Company
Community Options’ mission is to develop housing and employment supports for persons with disabilities.
Community Options believes in the dignity of every person, and in the freedom of all people to experience the highest degree of self-determination. Embracing this philosophy, Community Options works with individuals with significant disabilities through residential services, day programs, social enterprises that employ individuals with disabilities, high school transition programs, and specialized programs for respite and medically fragile adults. As a national agency, Community Options seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community through person centered and natural supports, and collaboration with community partners to increase accessibility to services. Community Options does not administer any large congregate programs, recognizing that people with the most severe disabilities need environments, equipment, clinical and staff support that are tailored to their very specific needs. In its history, the agency has developed a reputation for quality, cost effective administration that encourages individual choice and flexibility.
We currently operate in 11 states:
- Arizona
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah