[Jobs] Fw: Job Announcement : Director, Vocational Services and Special Needs in Rockville, Maryland

[PETER ALTSCHUL]

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>>PROFESSIONALS for NONPROFITS (PNP) is pleased to notify you of a new 
>>search we are conducting in your area of expertise.  If you think this 
>>opportunity may interest a qualified colleague, please forward this email. 
>>If you are interested in pursuing this career opportunity, please send a 
>>cover letter and resume to 
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>>TITLE:                       Director of Vocational Services & Special 
>>Needs
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>>ORG. TYPE:             Social Service
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>>LOCATION:              Rockville, MD
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>>SALARY:                  $75K-$85K
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>>Exciting opportunity for an energetic self starter with 7-10 years 
>>administrative management experience to direct two very dynamic programs 
>>at an established social service agency.  This position requires strong 
>>visionary leadership, knowledge of local, state, county and federal 
>>funding sources and true business savvy. The Director will establish and 
>>implement policies and procedures, supervise administrative program staff 
>>and act as a liaison to other departments, outside organizations, 
>>professional associations and the Board of Directors. Experience working 
>>in special needs fields, disabilities, vocational rehabilitation and 
>>employment required.
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>>RESPONSIBILITIES:
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>>·        Oversees the operations of existing programs and services.
>>·        Establishes operational priorities, standards of practice, 
>>policies, procedures and protocols.
>>·        Supervises overall functioning of the department including 
>>grant/contract administration, reporting, outreach, recruitment and 
>>development of staff.
>>·        Works collaboratively with Community Employment, Supported 
>>Employment and Special Needs Coordinators to accomplish department goals.
>>·        Supervises program evaluation efforts and ensures accountability 
>>to all funding sources.
>>·        Participates in budget planning, makes recommendations, and 
>>establishes controls necessary to ensure    compliance with contract and 
>>performance requirements of funding sources
>>·        Identifies and develops opportunities for new program offerings 
>>and expansion/growth of existing programs and services consistent with 
>>department strategic plan.
>>·        Ensures that programs and services are fully enrolled and that 
>>referrals are generated from key agencies, organizations, partners, and 
>>community agencies.
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>>QUALIFICATIONS:
>>A Master's Degree in a related field of study and a minimum of seven years 
>>relevant management, administration and supervision experience. 
>>Demonstrated history of continuing professional growth at progressively 
>>more responsible levels. Knowledge of the disabilities, vocational 
>>rehabilitation, employment and special needs fields as well as federal, 
>>state, county, and local funding sources. Demonstrated leadership 
>>capacity, recognized professional stature, good communication skills and 
>>the ability to prioritize activities and make sound decisions under 
>>pressure.
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