Master’s degree in related field. Two to three years of direct experience in the MR/DD field. Experience hiring, training and managing professional staff. Demonstrated skills in marketing to high levels of customer groups. Ability to develop and manage a program budget. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability and desire to work within a team environment and ability to work independently. Ability to make difficult decisions after reviewing available information. Ability to forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families in which they are helped to gain the skills and confidence to address any issues and problems they face. Conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change. Ability to set limits and maintain the helping role of the practitioner and to intervene appropriately to meet the needs of the persons served or other family members. Must be computer literate. Microsoft Word and Excel. Must own a personal vehicle, hold a valid Georgia Driver’s license, have a good driving record and appropriate personal auto insurance. To be qualified an applicant may have an equivalent combination of education and experience.