Senior Program Director (Brain Injury)

Vinfen•Cambridge, MA

5d•$78,679 - $78,679•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Program Director (SPD), you will oversee the clinical, financial, and administrative operations of specified programs designed for individuals with Brain Injuries or behavioral conditions. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by building independence skills. Senior Program Directors ensure proper standards and regulations set forth by funding sources are adhered to, and that quality standards for the individuals in the home are being met. Additional responsibilities include supervising other Program Directors, developing relationships with community members, and liaising with clinical and nursing teams to develop and manage individuals' Individual Service Plans (ISP).

Requirements

A minimum of five years’ experience in progressively responsible human services functions, of which three years have been in a supervisory capacity.
Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment
Knowledge of operations management procedures and practices
Knowledge of financial management practices in human service organizations
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues
Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
Knowledge and use of different communication and learning styles
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 documentation requirements
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
License check and vehicle access required
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAP required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
NET required
A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment.
Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.
If driving, must maintain a safe driving record, which is subject to annual checks.
If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, or related field preferred.
In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training.
May be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist)

Responsibilities

Directs and manages the activities of specific program staff. This includes hiring, directing, training, coaching, evaluating, and developing the staff. Supervises Program Directors.
Provides supervision and direction to program staff regarding rehabilitative strategies, techniques, and interventions. Assists staff in developing and implementing effective treatment strategies for difficult to engage persons served.
Assists Program Directors in completing comprehensive assessment for persons served.
Provides problem resolution for staff and persons served.
Provides teamwork and leadership to work groups.
Ensures program goals and objectives are achieved. Provides staff with new and updated policies and directives.
Acts as liaison to prospective person served; arranges and performs intake procedures, conducts initial assessment of client’s appropriateness for program.
Responsible for the quality and timely completion of all clinical, recordkeeping, and service/support plans and documents for persons served.
Ensures compliance with all internal quality and external licensing, certification, and accreditation organization standards, regulations, as well as program specific policies and procedures.
Assists in the development of, and manage adherence to, program budgets.
Ensures collection of program fees and service delivery data.
Represents Vinfen in professional, trade, regulatory, and funding source organizations; participates in committees, meetings, and other activities, as requested.
Maintains relationships with other providers, family, vendors, neighbors, and community officials. Participates in various internal and external meetings regarding cases and treatment plans.
Manages adverse events (such as medication occurrences, physical restraints, and other critical incidents); ensures plans and corrective actions are implemented and reported.
Ensures program compliance with Vinfen MAP protocols.
Responds to internal and external data collection and reporting requests.
Responsible for monitoring program quality and plan implementation improvements.
Provides direct care and on-call back up coverage, as needed.
Maintains and enhances knowledge of human services issues, trends, and techniques.
Ensures maintenance and safety of facility.
Perform other related duties, as required.

Benefits

A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!)
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the 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
11 Paid Holidays
10 Sick Days per year
3 Personal Days per year
Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
$500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
Discounted YMCA memberships
Access to discounted movie tickets