Hybrid Associate Director, Clinical/Medical Services presso Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU)
Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) · Ridgewood, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
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Associate Director, Clinical/Medical Services (Registered Nurse [RN])
Start working to make a difference…. Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premier boutique human service agency providing both residential and day program services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern New Jersey.
LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County: Allendale, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Haledon, Midland Park, Ridgewood, Township of Washington, and Waldwick. All of our locations are approximately 15 minutes from Passaic & Rockland Counties.
LOU’s Residential and Day Programs are conveniently located nearby NJ Transit, Bus Routes and Train Stations.
Core Functions:
Review individual medical records and develop individual specialized trainings/curricula, in accordance with federal, state, and agency standards
Ensure accurate and satisfactory completion of all physician forms/prescriptions from community physicians
Responsibilities:
Responsible for all administrative components of the medical needs of the individuals served by Life Opportunities Unlimited
Work directly under the supervision of the Director of Operations and Program Development
Manage and supervise staff to ensure all policies, procedures, and staffing requirements set by upper management, New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities, and Medicaid are followed
Maintain all medical records
Schedule and/or attend (as needed) medical appointments
Attend all ISP meetings, company events, and organization-provided training sessions as directed
Collaborate with Support Coordinators, Job Coaches, Therapists, and all parties involved in each client’s life to meet their evolving needs
Monitor and properly administer medication in accordance with training and procedures
Review program medication records and create action plans, as needed
Act as a liaison between the Central Office, Group Homes, Families/Guardians, and Support Coordinators
Treat all clients and fellow staff with dignity and respect
Complete ad hoc projects as necessary
Maintain a positive and harmonious environment at all times
Provide assistance in personal hygiene care, when necessary
Advocate for participants’ self-expression and communication
Cooperate with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
This is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities of this position. Therefore, in this role you are expected to do anything else deemed necessary for the betterment of the program and its participants.
Join the LOU Team:
We are committed to supporting our employees in their professional growth and career development. This commitment allows our teams to thrive in a passion-driven community that is focused on enriching the lives of our clients. We are looking for dedicated individuals that want to be an important part of building a better future for individuals with developmental disabilities. Staff stay at LOU for an average of 8 years. LOU is a great place for people to meet their professional goals and grow within the organization.
You will be a successful team member if you are:
Creative and able to adjust accordingly
Organized and detail-oriented
Patient, compassionate, and caring
Collaborative and communicate effectively with a team
Mission-motivated and results-driven
Qualifications:
RN License Required
1-3 years of management or leadership experience, preferred
Must be 21 years or older
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