Director of Adult Education and Activity Program

Clausen House

Oakland, CA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Education

Full Time

Job Description

Purpose:

To insure programmatic, operational, and fiscal integrity of the Adult Education Program.

Essential Functions:

Develop, implement, and evaluate needs-based adult education curriculum and lesson plans.
Ensure operational and fiscal compliance with Title 17, title 22, regional center quality assurance standards, and HCBS compliance.
Ensure successful annual surveys and programmatic audits from all regulatory entities.
Ensure compliance with RCEB’s quality assurance and program evaluation reviews, as well as in-person programmatic surveys.
Ensure program maintains and complies with all Clausen House programmatic and CCL policies, procedures, and practices.
Responsible for implementation of regulatory changes that are mandated by Clausen House,
Department of Developmental Services, Community Care Licensing, RCEB, and other entities such as Alameda Public Health, Home and Community Based Services, Employment First, and other regulatory directives and/or mandates as needed Ensure program performance system is implemented and maintained for operational, quality and financial goals.
Ensure AE program produces a timely and comprehensive art show fundraiser annually.
Ensure compliance to program operational budget targets.
Monitor and manage controllable expenses, such as overtime, telephone, and program supplies.
Monitor the physical environment of assigned building about safety, maintenance, and sanitation, internally and externally.
Ensure monthly disaster drills compliance. (earthquake, fire, shelter in place)
Manage human resource functions for staff program staff and ensure staffing levels are compliant to regulatory standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts/Science in Special Education, Business, Psychology or related field preferred.
Minimum of two years' experience working directly with developmentally disabled individuals, preferably adults.
Ability to obtain and maintain ARF certification within the 1st year of employment.
Knowledge of current practices and trends in the field of intellectual developmental disabilities.
Demonstrated supervisory and administrative experience combined with knowledge of principles of staff development, and personnel management.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s license (with safe driving record), with ability to drive clients to appointments, etc.
Possession of sufficient physical stamina to assist clients with day programming.
Able to communicate effectively in both writing and verbally.
Ability to effectively and professionally facilitate group presentations.
Criminal record clearance.
Obtain and maintain current First Aid and CPR certificates

\nCompany Description

We currently support 200 adults with developmental disabilities, and indirect support to their families in Oakland and throughout Alameda County. We deliver a life-enhancing array of services that enables our clients to live, work, socialize, and thrive to their fullest potential. Our dedicated staff of over 60 professionals delivers services that include housing, independent and supported living, supported employment, adult education, and social recreation.

Company Description

Founded in 1967, Clausen House is a registered charitable 501(c)(3) institution that provides housing, wellness programs, and advocacy for developmentally disabled adults in Oakland and the surrounding East Bay area. Our clients are adults challenged by autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other intellectually and developmentally disabling conditions.\r\n\r\nWe currently support 200 adults with developmental disabilities, and indirect support to their families in Oakland and throughout Alameda County. We deliver a life-enhancing array of services that enables our clients to live, work, socialize, and thrive to their fullest potential. Our dedicated staff of over 60 professionals delivers services that include housing, independent and supported living, supported employment, adult education, and social recreation.