Description
Our Day Habilitation program located in Slingerlands, NY currently has a full-time, 40-hour Assistant Program Director position available. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm* (*includes a daily 30-minute unpaid lunch break), with flexibility based on program needs. The rate of pay is $25.00/hour + longevity, and this is an hourly, non-exempt position. The Assistant Program Director – Day Hab (APD) is responsible for training, educating and supporting staff. The APD is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Krumkill Day Hab so the people we support who attend are safe and supported at the program and in the community.
Want to be a WWAARC Assistant Program Director and join our Team? Qualifications:
- At least 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
- A valid driver’s license that meets WWAARC insurability standards. A strong driving history preferred.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of individual and agency information.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- At least 1-year supervisory experience is preferred.
- Demonstrate the ability to motivate, inspire, and lead staff.
- Demonstrate effective decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Must be empathetic, compassionate, patient and reliable.
- Must have sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English to communicate effectively with people supported and team members and to complete required documentation in accordance with regulatory and agency standards.
- Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, which include activities such as lifting and/or moving items up to 50 pounds, twisting/bending, positioning self as needed to complete tasks, and movement within the classroom and/or throughout the building for extended periods of time.
What’s in it for You? You will work where you AND the work you do are valued! We offer:
- A positive work environment, focused on quality, professional growth, and development.
- Extensive paid training.
- A variety of employee discounts.
- Generous vacation time & paid sick leave.
- Group health & dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plans.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Ready to Apply/Transfer? To apply a completed WWAARC application is required. Applications can be submitted through our website at www.WWAARC.org or contact [email protected] to have the application emailed/mailed to you.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer WWAARC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristic protected under applicable law. WWAARC is dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Skills Required
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license meeting WWAARC insurability standards
- Strong driving history
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of individual and agency information
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- At least one year of supervisory experience
- Ability to motivate, inspire, and lead staff
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Empathetic, compassionate, patient, and reliable
- Sufficient proficiency in spoken, read, and written English for communication and documentation
- Ability to perform essential physical functions, including lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, bending, positioning, and extended movement
What We Do
NYSARC, Inc. is a leading not-for-profit organization founded in 1949 to improve the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. As one of the largest agencies of its kind in the United States, it provides a wide range of services, including adult day programs, vocational training, and employment support, empowering individuals to lead more independent, productive, and fulfilling lives.
