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Executive Director

Community Options

Pittsburgh, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Budget Management, Communication Skills, Community Support, Compensation Analysis, Compensation and Benefits, Conferences, Continuous Improvement, Developmental Disabilities, Documentation, Driver's License, Employee Benefits, Employee Terminations, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Funding, Fundraising, Government, Human Resources, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Licensing Compliance, Medical Conditions, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Operational Audit, Operations, Operations Planning, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Management, Service Delivery, Social Media, State Government, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
POSTED
1 day ago
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are seeking an Executive Director to lead and manage our McCandless, PA operations! This is a key and exciting rolefor an individual who has a commitment towards improving the lives of persons with disabilities. The Executive Director maintains high-quality programs in accordance with the mission statement, state regulations and the standards and policies of Community Options, Inc. The Executive Director is responsible for all operations for the region including compliance, growth and development, budget and workforce development. Programs include residential homes, day programs, personalized supports, supported employment, and person-centered planning for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for daily operations and compliance with state licensing and reporting standards
  • Formulate and implement an advisory board which will assist the organization in developing and expanding resources to improve service delivery
  • Assess operational issues and develop comprehensive solutions to maintain a high-quality program
  • Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed
  • Locate and recommend appropriate grant and funding opportunities
  • Conduct fundraising activities that effectively promote the needs of the national organization
  • Promote and maintain a positive public image of Community Options and our mission
  • Develop, implement, supervise and coordinate all office procedures, programs and services
  • Recommend sound personnel practices in employee recruitment, evaluations, compensation, employee benefits, and terminations
  • Partner with Human Resources to address personnel and performance issues
  • May conduct programmatic investigations
  • Institute and maintain appropriate management, financial and personnel controls, and provides the national office with the necessary documentation and paperwork
  • Prepare required statistical, financial and service reports as needed
  • Interface with local, state and governmental agencies
  • Participate in developing long and short-term department goals, objectives, and systems
  • Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree with five years of related experience in administrative and supervisory roles; Master's Degree Preferred
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
  • Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
  • Understanding of funding sources and entitlement programs for people with disabilities
  • Ability to partner across internal/external stakeholders, government officials, and industry associations
  • Confident with public speaking at events, conferences, and on social media platforms
  • Team oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
  • Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations verbally and in written form
  • Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
Working Conditions
  • Frequent local travel is required utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
  • May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
  • Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
  • May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
  • May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
Competitive Benefits
  • Competitive Salary
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision) Day 1
  • Duke University Management Certificate Opportunity
  • Leadership Academy Training Opportunity
  • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
  • Potential Bonus Opportunities


Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

About the Company

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Community Options

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
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
EMPLOYEE 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
FOUNDED
1989
WEBSITE
http://www.comop.org

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