Administrator of Community Based Employment & Community Prevocational Services

About the role

To oversee the Community Based Employment Programs (which includes Community Prevocational Services) in both Jefferson and St. Lawrence County.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and operations of the Community Based Employment Program and Community Prevocational Services in both Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties.
• Assist the Director of Vocational Services in the efficient and cost-effective operation of all work Community Based Employment Programs.
• Manage and drive growth of all to maximize Community Based Employment and Community Prevocational Services for the People We Support.
• Ensure accurate and prompt billing for all department services and maximize unit utilization and funding.
• Monitor and ensure effective employment services for ACCES-VR, OPWDD, PATHWAY, ETP, and Community Mental Health Programs.
• Ensure employment program criteria, outcomes, stakeholder satisfaction and regulation requirements for the Career Solutions’ Programs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with all governing agencies as it pertains to audits and/or program reviews.
• Monitor and report on departments monthly financial statements.
• Represent the Agency in the community as requested.
• Maintain visibility in the community through participation on community boards related to employment.
• Complete annual performance evaluations.
• Ensure that Corrective Actions are completed as needed.
• Monitor general maintenance and ensure small repairs to all equipment and vehicles.
• Participate in management meetings as a member of the management team.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Vocational Services.
• Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds.
• Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred in rehabilitation counseling, social work, human services, psychology, business, or related field with at least 3 years of experience in workforce development, vocational rehabilitation, or supported employment programs and 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Or at minimum a high school diploma with 7 years of experience in workforce development, vocational rehabilitation, or supported employment programs and 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Valid acceptable NYS Driver’s License required.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Relevant Certifications – None required for this position.

Skills

• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Organization Skills
• Financial Management
• Project Management
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Schedule

• Position Type/Expected Hours of Work – Monday through Friday; 7:30am-4:00pm. Flexible to the needs of the Program.
• Travel is expected for this position. Regular travel in Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties.