Program Director II (Brain Injuries)

Vinfen•Webster, MA

4d•$62,935 - $62,935•Onsite

About The Position

As a Program Director II (PD) you will oversee the operational, financial and administrative operations of a group home or independent living environment designed to meet the needs of adults living with brain injuries. The Program Director (PD) will oversee the operational, financial and administrative operations of residential programs and provide leadership and consultation to staff on implementing Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Program Specific Treatment Plans (PTSP). Additionally, the PD will supervise program staff and ensure that contract specifications and program regulations are followed. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their family and friends to foster environments that support recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a current, valid US driver's license for at least 6 months.
Must become CPR and First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment.
Must become MAP certified within 150 days of employment.
Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check.
A minimum of three years’ experience in progressively responsible human services functions.
Two years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
Strong time management, organizational and writing skills.
Knowledge of human services relative to current assignment.
Knowledge of operations management procedures and practices.
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues.
Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques.
Knowledge and use of different communication and learning styles.
Knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skills.
Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, community, and other resources.
Knowledge of available equipment, therapies and service providers.
Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques.
Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices.
Knowledge of participatory planning techniques.
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
Knowledge of decision-making processes and ability to communicate same.
Ability to provide leadership and team management to staff.
Ability to balance many competing priorities.
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity.
Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment.
Knowledge of financial management practices in human service organizations.
Knowledge of documentation requirements.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb.
Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.
Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.
Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed.
Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility.
Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
For positions in day programs or group residences, the ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping.
CPR is required within two weeks of hire.
First Aid is required within two weeks of hire.
MAP is required within 150 days of hire.
Safety Care is required within 90 days of hire.
NET certification may be required.
May be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist).
Other training, as assigned.

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field is preferred.
Experience working with individuals with brain injury is preferred.
If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance and a safe driving record.
Incumbents must have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year.
Must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.

Responsibilities

Directs and manages the activities of program staff, including hiring, optimizing effort, and achieving operational and financial goals.
Manages staff performance through direction, training, coaching, recognition, performance reviews, and corrective action.
Ensures timely and professional intake of prospective persons served, including initial assessments and appropriateness for the program.
Provides supervision and direction to program staff regarding treatment/support plans, interventions, and rehabilitative strategies.
Assists managers in completing comprehensive assessments for persons served and participates in treatment/support planning meetings.
Researches housing and subsidy opportunities for individuals and assists with the application process.
Provides outreach and creates environments that foster relationships for persons served.
Resolves problems for staff and persons served.
Fosters teamwork and leadership in work groups.
Provides staff with new and updated policies and directives.
Ensures quality and timely completion of all clinical, recordkeeping, and service/support/action plans and documents.
Ensures compliance with internal quality, external licensing, certification, accreditation standards, and program-specific policies.
Assists in budget development and manages adherence to program budgets.
Ensures collection of program fees and service delivery data.
Represents Vinfen in professional, trade, regulatory, and funding source organizations.
Serves as a resource for program staff, families, friends, neighbors, public officials, and other providers.
Manages adverse events, ensuring implementation and reporting of plans and corrective actions.
Responds to internal and external data collection and reporting requests.
Ensures program quality, achievement of goals, and manages quality improvements.
Provides on-call backup and on-site support and intervention when necessary.
Manages medication storage, administration, documentation, and disposal according to MAP requirements and company policy.
Maintains and enhances staff knowledge of human services issues, trends, and techniques.
Ensures maintenance and safety of physical sites.
Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution.
An employee-funded 403(b) plan.
First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans (for employees scheduled to work 30 hours/week or more).
Generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance.
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance.
Option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care).
Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance.
15 days of Vacation per year (for employees scheduled to work 20 hours/week or more).
11 Paid Holidays.
10 Sick Days per year.
3 Personal Days per year.
$500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap.
Discounted YMCA memberships.
Access to discounted movie tickets.