Director Supported Employment - Media, PA

Location: Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware

Hours: Business/Flexible

Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation.
Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life.
Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
• Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
• Flexible Schedules
• Retirement Savings Plan

JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Supported Employment Services is responsible for overseeing supported employment programs across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This role ensures compliance with state-specific regulations, including New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), Delaware Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDDS), and Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP). The Director will ensure high-quality, individualized employment services, oversee staff, manage program budgets, and develop relationships with community stakeholders. The role focuses on improving employment outcomes, promoting independence, and achieving community integration in alignment with Employment First initiatives in all three states.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in human services, Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Social Work, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supported employment programs for individuals with IDD, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Knowledge of state regulations governing supported employment in New Jersey (DDD), Delaware (DDDS), and Pennsylvania (ODP) preferred.
• Experience with Medicaid waiver programs in all three states, including billing, reporting, and compliance with waiver service definitions preferred
• Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) preferred or willingness to obtain within six months of hire.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work with diverse teams across multiple states and manage multi-state regulatory compliance.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions.

Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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