Assistant Director

Description

Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you! Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. One of our group homes in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a qualified and caring person to work as an Assistant Director. Successful applicants will attend paid training to obtain required certifications. In 2025, Benchmark Human Services celebrates 65 Years of Stories!

Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE - those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Various shifts and locations
• Advancement opportunities

Responsibilities Include:

• Financial management; budget management, billing, expenditures, waiver plan of care, state funding
• Overall staff supervision; determining staffing needs, staff selection, training, performance reviews, disciplinary action
• Maintains certification and proactive involvement in training and development of staff (i.e., Mandatory training)
• Compliance with applicable Federal, state and local regulations; CARF standards, Medicaid Waiver
• Oversees the coordination between state and Support Coordination
• Development and expansion of program services
• Actively participates in Incident Review Committee; Director's, PC and Team Leader meetings; county, regional and state meetings (provider meeting, etc.) and other required meetings
• Quality assurance: quality monitoring, file reviews, outcome measures, incentive program monitoring, client finances, health care coordination
• Monitors program financial performance (P & Ls, productivity, overtime, unbilled services, bad debt, etc.)
• Liaison with case managers, Support Coordination, families and DDD
• Audit preparation and participation
• Works cooperatively with human resources, accounting, IT, vice presidents, other directors and department heads
• Complies with all standards to assure the health and safety of all staff and clients we serve
• Will perform all duties necessary to meet state approved objectives, including the requirement that the employee cooperate with Benchmark Human Services and staff

General Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred and 10 years' experience working with people with developmental disabilities required, two of which are supervisory in nature; or Master's degree with minimum five years management experience in working with people with developmental disabilities preferred
• Driver's license valid in the State of New Jersey
• Proof as a covered driver with auto insurance
• Successfully clear background checks prior to beginning employment

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates can apply online at www.BenchmarkHS.com/Careers. Benchmark has provided services for 65 years. Learn more about our 65th anniversary celebration: 65 Years of Stories.

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