Assistant Director of Community Intergration

The Assistant Director of Community Integration (C.I.) is responsible for working with the Director of Community Integration in planning, administering, developing, and coordinating the activities of Arc of Greater New Orlean's Day Habilitation Centers and Community Integration Activities. Responsible for overseeing the implementation of the activities necessary to assure a comprehensive variety of experiences and growth for the participants enabling them the opportunities to develop vocationally and socially and interact with members and opportunities in their lived-in communities. Responsible for ensuring the program remains in compliance and stays up to date with changes from OCDD, CARF and other regulatory bodies.  Responsible for direct supervision of C.I. Program Coordinators.

·        Degree in human services or related discipline preferred. Significant related experience in IDD or leadership may be substituted.

·        Possesses organizational and supervisory experience and skills.

·        Possesses written and verbal skills.

·        Demonstrates evidence of a stable personality, initiative, and creativity.

·        Possesses computer skills.

·        Protects confidentiality of program participants, parents/advocates, staff, and departmental business affairs.

·        Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance.

·        High usage – Cell phone.

Sedentary: Lifting 10# maximum, occasionally lifting and/or carrying articles. 

Light: Lifting 20# maximum, frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10#; walking and/or standing required frequently. 

Medium: Lifting 50# maximum, frequently lifting and/or carrying of objects up to 20#; unrestricted walking and standing. 

Heavy: Lifting 100# maximum, frequent lifting and/or carrying of up to 50#; unrestricted walking and standing. 

Very Heavy: Lifting greater than 100# occasionally with frequent lifting and/or carrying up to 50#; unrestricted walking and standing. 

May require lifting from light to heavy. 

Please note 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. This job description shall not constitute or be construed as a promise of employment or as a contract between the Arc of Greater New Orleans and any of its employees.

The Arc of Greater New Orleans is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability-protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Human Resources department.