Director of Neurodivergent Programs

The Director of Neurodivergent Programs is responsible for planning and administering all activities and operations of recreational programs supporting neurodiverse children, teens, and young adults, ages 5-21. This position will assist with the growth and care of participants in a fun and nurturing environment.

Director Responsibilities:

• Partner with leadership to set strategic goals and objectives for programs
• Oversee the program’s overall performance and success
• Develop, implement, and evaluate program delivery
• Develop, implement, and evaluate outreach strategy to recruit new participants
• Create and implement new innovative programming
• Prepare and monitor department budgets
• Ensure program stays within compliance with agency and legal regulations
• Communicate objectives and outcomes with Senior Leadership and Board when necessary
• Conduct performance reviews and set performance goals for program and team members
• Recommend staffing requirements, recruit, and train new team members
• Partner with Human Resources to coach, counsel, and discipline team members
• Recommend promotions, transfers, and terminations
• Enforce SJJCC policies and procedures

Position Responsibilities:

• Plan and administer tasks regarding programs and camp, including launching and tracking registration
• Plan trips, develop programming and activities, family outreach, act as liaison between the Kehilla Center, Finance and Administrative team, etc.
• Direct and supervise day-to-day operations
• Plan of day-to-day schedule
• Assist with assessments and enrollment
• Plan and implement all staff trainings
• Create and participate in job fairs, either in-house or at local organizations and schools
• Maintain compliance with OPWDD, DOH, and ACA
• Participate in CPR, first aid, epipen, and SCIP trainings
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 5 years supervisory experience, preferably working with neurodiverse children and teens
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Education or related field
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Understanding of OPWDD and DOH regulations a plus
• Communication skills, including strong interpersonal skills with clients, staff and parents, as well as the ability to speak, read, and write effectively
• Exhibit patience, initiative, enthusiasm, resourcefulness, and strong attention to detail
• Able to effectively develop, document, and implement behavior management protocols
• Ability to provide leadership and motivation to staff and work effectively with diverse groups of people