Director of Community Empowerment Department

Supervisory responsibilities: Independent Living Services (including Access Modification), Employment Services, Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) and Peer Support/Mentor Program.

The Director of Community Empowerment Department is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, direction, and management of assigned programs. This role supports GSIL's designation as a Center for Independent Living (CIL) through effective administration of funding, compliance with state and federal regulations, program growth, and strategic development. The Director is responsible for program success through supervision of staff, fiscal oversight, compliance monitoring, and representation of GSIL at local, state, and national levels.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Support the administration and management of funding and regulations designating GSIL as a Center for Independent Living (CIL).
• Provide supervision and evaluation of program managers and staff.
• Identify and achieve program goals related to growth and reporting.
• Respond to state and federal RFPs and pursue private funding opportunities.
• Manage quality assurance and compliance for assigned programs.
• Manage security clearance compliance for Ticket to Work/WIPA.
• Oversee internal audit reviews for Title VII Part B and Part C.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Manage departmental budgets.
• Advocate for employment services for people with disabilities.
• Oversee staff training and development.
• Develop professional relationships with consumers and partners.
• Achieve programmatic and fiscal goals.
• Meet annual performance objectives.
• Develop innovative initiatives.
• Provide training and resources to community partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and program development skills.
• Exceptional judgement and creativity.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to comprehend and present details and critical information, including financial information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Physical/Mental demands

• Required to sit, use a computer, a telephone and other office equipment and to move throughout the building and attend outside meetings.
• Employee may occasionally need to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift carry, push or otherwise move objects

Travel required

• Travel throughout the state, including into consumer's home is required.

Required education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience, administration and program development.

Preferred education and experience

• Master's degree.
• Personal experience with disabilities.
• Experience with supportive employment and/or benefits planning programs.

Additional eligibility requirements

• Must pass federal background check.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

About Us

Granite State Independent Living is a statewide non-profit and New Hampshire's only Center for Independent Living, we stay close to our roots with a focus on our 5 core services of education, information, advocacy, support, and transition services for people with disabilities and underserved youth. We can speak and think with authority on behalf of the people we serve and support because we are led by a board of directors and staff of which over 51% are people with disabilities.

We carry out our mission through our Home Care Services, Community-Based Disability Supports and Employment Services. With the help of our local New Hampshire communities, we assist people with the tools for living life independently, so they can change their lives for the better. While much has changed over the years, one thing remains the same; GSIL is committed to the principle of personal choice and direction.