Director of Community Access

PARKER PERSONAL CARE HOMES INC • CO

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About The Position

Contributes to the success of PPCH through operational support. Works closely with programs to ensure customers receive outstanding services, programmatic needs are met, and resources are used effectively. Enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities receiving Supported Community Connections and Day Habilitation Services by providing leadership and direction to SCC staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Two years’ experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities required.
• Two years’ supervisory experience.
• At least one year of experience using Microsoft Office or similar software required.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, and ability to meet PPCH’s driving requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a family, community or employment setting strongly preferred.
• Programmatic leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Experience building and managing a budget strongly preferred.
• Experience working for PPCH preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of and responsibility for ensuring that all Supported Community Connections, Specialized Habilitation services and associated supports are provided in a manner that respects and acknowledges members self-expression, self-worth, self-reliance and decision making.
• Works on-site in the Cole office Monday – Thursday, to ensure daily contact with SCC staff.
• Creates a culture that fosters collaboration with members receiving services, their loved ones and other support teams.
• Ensures that staff have the training, resources, and work environment to support members receiving services in pursuing their goals, activities of interest and social interactions.
• Oversight of the effective and person-centered delivery of services including implementation of service plans, member service and support plans and recommendations of team members.
• Develops partnerships and seeks out opportunities with businesses and community organizations that enhance the experiences of members, staff, and other key stakeholders.
• Continually evaluates, assesses programs, and makes recommendations regarding improvements to services, supports and member satisfaction.
• Oversight and implementation of Host Home Supported Community Connections.
• In cooperation with the CEO and COO, holds programmatic budgetary responsibility.
• Ensures fiscal viability of services and programs.
• Evaluates and recommends improvements to revenue streams and services to maximize customer satisfaction while ensuring sufficient funding.
• In coordination with department directors, supervises the PPCH vehicle fleet.
• Works with leadership to identify efficiencies within the fleet and assist with planning for transportation and vehicle needs across programs, including vehicle turnover, storage, care and usage.
• Ensures fleet is maintained in alignment with PPCH values and safety standards.
• Monitors Daily Vehicle Checklists to assist in keeping vehicles in good working condition.
• Oversight of PPCH Transportation Services.
• Ensures that required documentation is maintained and submitted to the State of Colorado as required for Non-Medical Transportation billing.
• Completes billing for transportation services provided by PPCH.
• Works with programs to ensure members transportation services are current.
• Works to ensure PARs are correct, monitors utilization, and ensures PPCH is identified as the authorized provider.
• Responsible for adding at least five new admits per month, with an overall goal of maintaining 75 members supported by the SCC department by the end of the year.
• Contributes to a culture where staff and members are respected, valued and encouraged.
• Continually models and encourages a culture of inclusiveness, equity, and diversity.
• Maintains strong relationships with PPCH program leadership and staff, members, vendors, and contractors who effect the operations of PPCH.
• Collaborates with programs and departments to carry out PPCH goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service and respect for others including members in services, staff, guardians, and others.
• Complies with PPCH policies, and the rules and regulations of State and Federal oversight agencies.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of PPCH and other regulating agencies’ policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of information.
• Ensures all staff have completed the required training, including annual refreshers, according to established timelines.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees