Area Director

Caregiver•Conroe, TX

About The Position

The Area Director ensures services are provided in accordance with each individual’s Person Directed Plan (PDP). The role develops, implements, and monitors individual program plans; coordinates active treatment and day habilitation activities; and oversees case management and consumer care. The position may also train and supervise direct care Team Members and may be responsible for employment actions in the assigned area. Work exceeding 40 hours in a work week must be approved by the Supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a social services field from an accredited university or college, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5 years working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Excellent writing skills.
Outstanding communication skills.
Ability to work in a professional and team environment.
Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
Extensive knowledge of ICF-MR, HCS, DB-MD, DADS, and TxHmL Waiver programs and TDMHMR.

Nice To Haves

Two years of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and monitor individual program plans.
Supervise training and day habilitation activities on behalf of consumers.
Regularly monitor data sheets and note regression or progress toward stated goals.
Ensure each individual’s active treatment is integrated, coordinated, and monitored, and that objectives are implemented in a timely manner.
Integrate the total program plan with day habilitation activities.
Ensure delivery of case management services, as evidenced by consumer and family satisfaction and program surveys.
Monitor caseloads by observing and evaluating treatments and responses; advocate for needed services; obtain additional resources; intervene in crises; and provide personal support.
Communicate all aspects of consumer care and changes in condition to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
Coordinate IDT meetings as necessary and ensure documentation is completed and filed.
Assess and make suggestions regarding Team Member and consumer interactions and center activities.
Assist with Team Member training directly related to individual care and treatment.
Review consumer utilization sheets for over- or under-utilization and make adjustments as necessary.
Ensure compliance with ICF/MR program principles.
Perform other job duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
May supervise Team Members as assigned.
Manage employment actions in the assigned area, including training, interviewing, hiring, disciplining, rewarding, evaluating, and terminating employees.
Ensure the corrective action process is followed when Team Members fail to meet Company expectations or violate Company policies or procedures.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
May schedule pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug screens.