Program Director

BETTER COMMUNITY LIVING INC•Bedford, MA

47d•$61,000 - $78,000

About The Position

Directs and coordinates activities in residential and/or vocational programs by performing the following duties either personally or through site managers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services
At least four (4) years experience in the field
Additional work experience can be substituted for degree requirement
Strong written and verbal skills
Ability to work and communicate as an effective member of a fast-paced administration team
Basic mathematical ability; may be asked to participate in contract budget planning
Demonstrate leadership skills, ability to work independently with good judgement
Certifications, licenses and registrations as required by DDS regulations
Proficient in word processing and database software

Responsibilities

Hires and trains site managers.
Directs compliance of managers with established company policies, procedures, and standards such as safekeeping of company funds and property, personnel and grievance practices, and adherence to DDS regulations.
Supervises managers in developing supports for consumers at that site.
Supervises site managers with staffing issues: interviewing, hiring, training, supervision
Supervises compliance with ISP process and data collection.
Supervise submission of administrative paperwork for timeliness and accuracy.
Inspect sites to ensure that adequate safety exists and that physical facilities comply with policies, environmental codes and DDS regulations.
Analyzes effectiveness of current supports and helps managers design any future changes to better meet the needs of consumers.
Reviews, supervises and ensures consumer and family input for all agency supports and services.
On-call for agency programs, as assigned.
Be available for special assignments: 1. DPPC internal investigations 2. Management Reviews 3. Real estate search 4. Union negotiations 5. Training instructor 6. Budget development 7. Safety committee 8. Food Bank/ Food Stamps 9. Other ad hoc committees