SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide leadership and oversight to each program, ensuring compliance with regulatory and agency policies and procedures. Provide supervision to direct reports, complete annual evaluations. Oversee the fiscal operation of the programs within regulatory and agency policies and procedures. Maintain the programs within budgetary guidelines. Monitor reports of operation and assist with budget preparation. Collaborate with program management and Human Resources to manage the candidate selection workflow process. Interview and hire staff in collaboration with program leadership; ensure completion of evaluations within agency guidelines. Collaborate in identifying potential candidates for admission, screening, and placement of individuals. Participate in workgroups and committees within the agency as well as within the wider provider networks. Ensure maintenance of up-to-date confidential resident files, personnel files, and regulatory documentation. Ensure maintenance of physical plant in collaboration with the Building Manager. Collaborate with other departments to develop long-range planning and field building. Ensure provision of on-going staff development and training; encourage professional growth for staff. Ensure reporting of all incidents, utilizing the chain of command; ensure notification to oversight agencies as per policy and procedure. Ensure comprehensive, accurate, and timely billing in accordance with agency guidelines and OPWDD regulations. Supervise and oversee payroll; ensure completion and submission within requisite timeframes. Serve as liaison with families, providing support and assistance as requested or needed. Maintain close relationships with DDRO/OPWDD; cognizant of changes in regulatory practice and ensure communication to program staff.

 

 QUALIFICATIONS –

Bachelor’s Degree; MSW preferred. Strong management, organizational, and interpersonal skills Good oral and written communication skills Minimum of 2 years of experience in programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities Computer literate. Has a valid NYS Driver’s License

 

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS – Interact with city and state agencies and other providers in a variety of forums; maintain relationships with families and correspondents; provide supervision and mentoring in a positive and supportive manner.

In addition, must possess the following characteristics:

Is a team player. Has a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and individuals within the organization. Possesses a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change; forges a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families. Is able to set limits and maintain helping role of practitioner and to intervene appropriately.