at Orchard Village in Skokie, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Orchard Village, founded in Skokie, Illinois in 1972, is a fully licensed nonprofit organization that annually provides support to nearly 300 individuals (all ages) with developmental disabilities in north and northwest Chicagoland. We empower people with developmental disabilities through vocational, educational, recreational, and residential programs to live their best lives. Orchard Village is seeking a full-time Assistant Director of Residential Services to join our team!
Assistant Director of Residential Services Responsibilities:
Assist the Director in the day-to-day operation of 24-hour and intermittent residential (CILA) programs. Ensure successful function of the Residential Program through the development of system structures and the ability to help coach, mentor, and support Residential Program Managers, Intermittent Manager, House Administrators, and Direct Support Professionals. The ability to collaborate between members of the support teams to enhance quality residential programming and establish best practice for this program. Participate in long-term planning in collaboration with the Director of Residential.
Assistant Director of Residential Services Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in human services, Master’s degree preferred.
- State of Illinois Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) certification.
- Three years’ work experience in an administrative capacity.
- Two years working directly with people who have developmental disabilities.
- Strong supervisory skills and demonstrated ability to assist in program management.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, problem-solve and motivate staff.
Assistant Director of Residential Services Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Access to finding childcare & applying for financial assistance
