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Life Opportunities Unlimited

Associate Director, Professional Development

Life Opportunities Unlimited, Ridgewood, New Jersey, us, 07450

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Life Opportunities Unlimited Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Start working to make a difference…. Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premier boutique human service agency providing both residential and day program services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern New Jersey.

LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County: Allendale, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Haledon, Midland Park, Ridgewood, Township of Washington, and Waldwick. All of our locations are approximately 15 minutes from Passaic & Rockland Counties.

LOU’s Residential and Day Programs are conveniently located nearby NJ Transit, Bus Routes and Train Stations.

Core Functions

Maintain all credentialing records and ensure employee compliance for staff working directly with the agency’s clients Develop creative and innovative training curricula based on our company and individual client’s needs, in accordance with agency standards

Responsibilities

Responsible for all training and credentialing requirements for Direct Support Professionals and agency staff Work directly under the supervision of the Director of Operations and Program Development Conduct all mandatory State, Federal, and agency trainings for new hires Work one-on-one with staff to ensure comprehension and understanding of the material Re-train staff, as needed Design and deliver mandatory trainings for all management and staff on all the agency systems and policies Work collaboratively with different departments and third-party firms in order to meet the agency’s needs Attend all company events and organization-provided training sessions as directed Treat all clients and fellow staff with dignity and respect Complete ad hoc projects as necessary Maintain a positive and harmonious environment at all times

This is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities of this position. Therefore, in this role you are expected to do anything else deemed necessary for the betterment of the program and its participants.

Join The LOU Team

We are committed to supporting our employees in their professional growth and career development. This commitment allows our teams to thrive in a passion-driven community that is focused on enriching the lives of our clients. We are looking for dedicated individuals that want to be an important part of building a better future for individuals with developmental disabilities. Staff stay at LOU for an average of 8 years. LOU is a great place for people to meet their professional goals and grow within the organization.

You will be a successful team member if you are:

Creative and able to adjust accordingly Organized and detail-oriented Patient, compassionate, and caring Collaborative and communicate effectively with a team Mission-motivated and results-driven

Qualifications

BS/BA required, MS/MA preferred 1-3 years of management or leadership experience, preferred but not required Must be 21 years or older Strong computer skills Successful administrative experience in a fast-paced environment Prior experience with complex calendar management Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Experience with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, etc.) Proven professional written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Possess a valid New Jersey Driver’s License Must be able to successfully complete all NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities mandated trainings within the mandated timeframes The requirements for checks of Criminal Background, Central Registry, Child Abuse Registry, and Drug Testing must be completed prior to working with any clients in the Day Program or Residential Program

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan Competitive Salary and Flexible Hours Comprehensive Paid Training Programs including CPR and First Aid PTO, Vacation, Sick Time, & Holiday Pay Career Advancement Opportunities Perks* Childcare AAA Vacation and entertainment Cellular Plan These perks could be subject to change without notice

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Join our team and make a difference today! Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

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