OPWDD Employment Manager

1 month ago


Syracuse, United States LAUNCH Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOPWDD Employment Manager

Location: 414 W Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse NY

Reports to: Associate Executive Director

Supervises: Job Coaches

Full Time: Including evenings and weekends, as needed


About the Role

Are you ready to lead and make a difference? We're seeing a proactive OPWDD Employment Manager to provide strategic direction and implement our SEMP and ETP programs. This role offers the opportunity to shape programs, support individuals with disabilities, and contribute to their growth and independence through employment.


Responsibilities include:

  • Full cycle recruiting and supervision for program staff
  • Ensuring fiscal and programmatic viability for program including internal audits
  • Attending Life Plan meetings and writing Staff Action Plans
  • Coordinating program intakes
  • Ensuring implementation and monitoring individualized goals of employment plans
  • Fill in for staff in job coaching, as needed
  • Flexible hours to meet program needs

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or management-related field preferred, along with 3 years' experience working with people with disabilities. Experience in OPWDD and Medicaid Regulations, measuring project outcomes, and relevant regulations is advantageous.


Conditions of Employment

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

We're looking for someone with outstanding communication, project management, and time management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is essential, along with the ability to develop constructive relationships and adapt to changing work demands.


Why Join Us?

Career Growth: LAUNCH invests in employee development and offers opportunities for advancement.


Supportive Environment: Work in a dynamic and supportive environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.


Excellent Benefits: We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including health, vision, dental insurance, retirement plans, Paid Time Off, and Sick Time.


Positive Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities and contribute to their growth and independence.


LAUNCH is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws. For over 3 decades, LAUNCH has been a cornerstone of support in the greater Onondaga County area. We are dedicated to fostering learning, independence, and growth, recognizing that learning is unique for each individual and occurs in all aspects of life. Our services cater to diverse background and learning styles, extending to children, adults, families, parents, and caregivers.


Join LAUNCH and help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their fullest potential. Together, we'll make a difference, one like at a time. Apply today


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