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Deputy Director
Job Location:
Job Location:
Columbia, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
23 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Essential Job Functions:
- Oversees daily operations of programs ensuring that quality services are delivered consistently with an emphasis on the needs and expectations of the people we support.
- Acts as a liaison with licensing entities in regards to licensing and service approval packets. Ensures that program services and records meet the requirements of state federal and local governing or licensing bodies.
- Responsible for e-prep applications.
- Provides support and supervision to Directors Managers and Direct Support staff.
- Researches develops and assists in the coordination and implementation of new components of any program. Oversees policies and procedure development as well as any other requirements necessitated by the licensing bodies or funding sources.
- Keeps abreast of state regulations and current trends as it applies to all services provided by Athelas Institute and implement changes after reviewing such changes with the Executive Staff.
- Facilitates the LTSS internal transition plan.
- Responsible for educating all department staff on waivers services and internal policies and procedures in relation to these areas.
- Oversees the person-centered planning process and participant funding streams to include funding documents such as the DSAT.
- Serves as a member of internal and external committees at the appointment of the CEO.
- Build strong relationships with families advocates and stakeholders.
- Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings.
- Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication time and attendance agency documentation etc.
- Provide direct supervision to Department Directors that includes knowledge growth opportunities mentoring and coaching.
- Responsible for budgeting each department to be aligned with funding.
- Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication
- Ensures that all activities are in keeping with the mission values philosophy and management principles of Athelas Institute Inc.
- Other duties as assigned by the CEO.
Education:
Masters Degree or the equivalent in Education Health Services Psychology Social Work or related field. (10 years executive management experience may be considered in place of masters degree if paired with a Bachelors Degree)
Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Ten years supervisory experience in the human service field specializing in intellectual/developmental disabilities.
- Five working with persons who are diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of COMAR and Medicaid Waiver regulations as they pertain to I/DD.
- Knowledge of HCBS Settings requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Excellent interpersonal organization and managerial skills
Physical Requirements:
- This is an administrative role with limited physical requirements
Applicant must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques to include assisting supported person to standing providing assistance with ambulation physical releases and physical restraints.
Benefits:
Health: Health Vision Dental supplemental coverage through Aflac. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Incentives: Company Paid: Short / Long Term Disability Insurance Term Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Program Flexible Spending Account Sunny Day Fund
Work-Life Balance: Vacation Sick Personal Bereavement Jury Duty
Financial: 403B plan Employee Credit Union (SECU)
*dependent on Full or Part time status
Please Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. All working hours and location may be subject to change.
Required Experience:
Director
