Job Description
Description
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Highly Skilled and dynamic Executive Directorof IDD Services to lead and manage our Charleston, SC operations! This is a key and exciting role for an individual who has a commitment towards improving the lives of persons with disabilities. The Executive Director is responsible for all operations for the region including compliance, growth and development, budget and workforce development. If you are passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career, Community Options is the place for you.
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
- Institute and maintain appropriate management, financial and personnel controls, and provides the national office with the necessary documentation and paperwork
- Interface with local, state and governmental agencies
- Participate in developing long and short-term department goals, objectives, and systems
- Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
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
- 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
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Competitive Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Potential Bonus Opportunities
- Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision) Day 1
- 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
- Leadership Academy Training Opportunity
- Duke Continuing Studies Leadership Certificate Program training
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Summerville, South Carolina |
| Industry | Nonprofit Charitable Organizations |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1989 |
| Website | http://www.comop.org |
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
About Company
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