Developmental Services Manager - Caswell Developmental Center

State of North Carolina • Lenoir, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the administration and management of a division of three-four homes and facilitating comprehensive programming, services, and evaluations for the assigned individuals. The pivotal task is the development and implementation of habilitative training programs based on individual needs and personal goals of each person. The Division Director facilitates the system of service delivery to ensure that the resulting programs/services are supported by both professional and direct care personnel; procurement of necessary supportive supplies, equipment, and services; establishment and maintenance of an atmosphere conducive to growth and development; adherence to policies, goals, and objectives of the Center and the Department of Health and Human Services. Work includes responsibility for budget, personnel management, record maintenance, and building maintenance. Must have overall working knowledge of Center procedures and processes to assure quality and service organization. Utilize staff assigned to the division to provide twenty-four-hour coverage, services, supports and training. Responsible for assuring that all task assignments are completed and of high quality in compliance with laws, standards, and personnel policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services or related field from an appropriately accredited institution.
• Three years of experience providing services in a setting that serves individuals with disabilities.
• One year of supervisory experience of direct care staff in a residential setting with the appropriate population.
• This experience must follow obtaining the bachelor’s degree but may include volunteer or paid experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of comprehensive programming for the developmentally disabled with secondary physical, psychological, and developmental deficits.
• Considerable knowledge of management and administration techniques as applied to state government.
• Skill in administering a complex treatment program and directing the work of professional employees.
• Effective oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Administration and management of a division of three-four homes.
• Facilitating comprehensive programming, services, and evaluations for assigned individuals.
• Development and implementation of habilitative training programs based on individual needs and personal goals.
• Ensuring programs/services are supported by professional and direct care personnel.
• Procurement of necessary supportive supplies, equipment, and services.
• Establishment and maintenance of an atmosphere conducive to growth and development.
• Adherence to policies, goals, and objectives of the Center and the Department of Health and Human Services.
• Responsibility for budget, personnel management, record maintenance, and building maintenance.
• Assuring overall working knowledge of Center procedures and processes to ensure quality and service organization.
• Utilizing assigned staff to provide twenty-four-hour coverage, services, supports, and training.
• Assuring that all task assignments are completed and of high quality in compliance with laws, standards, and personnel policies.

Benefits

• Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
• Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks.
• To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies.
• The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
• The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager