Vice President - DDABI Community Services

AccessCNY•Syracuse, NY

6d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a proactive employee to use their own experience and judgment to carry out the mission of DD/ABI Community Services, including: Community Outreach (including Comm Hab, Outreach, and TRAID), Day Habilitation, and Self-Direction.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in human services field, plus three years’ of experience working with people with disabilities, required.
Minimum of three years’ supervisory experience, required.
Must have a valid NYS driver’s license in accordance with the Agency Vehicle and Driving policy and transportation necessary to meet program needs.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of OPWDD and Children’s HCBS services and regulations, preferred.
Public speaking experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight in order to coordinate program services, following relevant state guidelines and best practices for optimal service delivery
Develop a system to communicate with participants and families/advocates in order to monitor service satisfaction and ensure services are implemented as planned
In conjunction with the COO and Directors, develop and implement a quality assurance program in order to monitor staff service provision
In conjunction with Directors and the Behavioral Team; develop, and monitor the implementation of, program policies and procedures to ensure that service provision, safety and behavioral intervention procedures, etc. align with best practices
Regularly review the status of participant safety, address any issues, as needed
Responsible for the supervision of Directors and other assigned staff
Oversee the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring, for the department, including clinical and administrative staff
Assist in the development, and ensure the implementation, of an orientation and ongoing training program for the department
Provide ongoing direction, support, and regular one on one supervision to staff
Conduct performance evaluations of staff-initial, 6 month, and annual; document performance concerns and follow-up with disciplinary action, if necessary
Ensure assigned management staff follow agency supervision and evaluation procedures
Monitor and approve staff timecards through ADP, and monitor and approve staff mileage per Agency policy
Ensure all department documentation is completed and maintained per Agency policy
Complete required reports, as directed
Ensure incident recommendations are completed in a timely manner, as needed
Ensure satisfaction surveys are completed, analyze, and report results
Ensure that Plans of Corrective Action (POCA) are completed in a timely manner and implemented, as written
Understand departmental budget and assist in its development
Oversee and monitor all budgets, financial reports, and expenses for Community Outreach (including Comm Hab, Outreach, and TRAID), Day Habilitation, and Self-Direction
Understand Medicaid and MCO (Children’s HCBS) billing regulations and the rate setting system; work with Finance to modify practices and spending in order to maximize rates/billing
Review monthly financial printouts and work with Directors, Finance, and the COO, to modify budget and/or expenses, as needed
Establish and maintain a rapport with OPWDD, CNY Developmental Disabilities Regional Office (DDRO), MCOs, Children’s Health Homes, and other service providers; participate in external audits (OPWDD) and exit conferences
Serve on various community committees throughout the region representing DD/ABI Community Services and the Agency, as directed
Encourage linkages between assigned programs, other Agency services, and community service providers
Participate in opportunities to learn more about HCS options
Develop new HCS services to meet the needs of individuals requesting, or, receiving services
Provide person-centered, quality, services
Observe confidentiality and safeguards regarding all participant related information
Follow Agency standards and procedures
Collaborate with Facilities and landlords to ensure that all IRA properties meet OPWDD certification regulations
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as with company policies
Perform other duties as assigned