Human Services Director Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Description

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential.  We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day.  We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

We are hiring a Day Services Director to direct the regional activities of the Day Services.  The Director will provide service coordination to clients who participate in Northern Indiana Day Services and/or Therapeutic Services, as well as oversee quality of services. Must be willing to flex schedule according to client's needs and meeting schedules.

Benefits:

• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Discounts
• Referral Bonuses
• and More!

Job Responsibilities: 

• Establish and maintain an environment of organization, support, and a meaningful day for participants.
• Provide vision and leadership for department in planning and implementing community and facility-based, age appropriate activities for participants.
• Assist with the development and expansion of program services.
• Overall staff supervision; determining staffing needs, staff selection, training, performance reviews, disciplinary action
• Provide supervision; determining staffing needs, staff selection, training, performance/incentive reviews, and disciplinary action.
• Conduct regularly scheduled required training (SAT, MANDT, and other departmental trainings) and staff meetings.
• Maintain quality client files by completing required file audits and providing guidance on required documentation.
• Routinely monitor facility programming and make community visits to ensure compliance with health and safety standards and program standards.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations, CARF standards, Medicaid Waiver, permits and licensing requirements, as well as policies and procedures of BHS.
• Coordinate with community resources in order to provide a variety of quality activities for participants.
• Comply with and implement all protocols related to client health and safety of participants including but not limited to: high risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, and personal care schedules.
• Reasonable suspicion of a crime against an ICF/MR resident must be reported to Indiana State Department of Health and Law Enforcement (Elder Justice Act).
• Actively participate in Director and departmental meetings, Management Rally, committee meetings, state association meetings, state sponsored meetings, and other meetings as required.
• Prepare for and participate in both internal and external audits.

For a full and complete list, please contact HR

Qualifications: 

• Valid Indiana Driver's License
• Bachelor's degree in human services and one (1) year experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or five (5) years experience

Interested candidates can apply online at BenchmarkHS.com/Careers

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

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