Residential Program Director-BSAS
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Job Location:
Worcester, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Salary $58000
The Residential Program Director is responsible for the successful administration and management of the budgetary and business operations of the program. They serve as interdisciplinary team lead for the delivery of quality appropriate services to residents according to BSAS and agency requirements.
Minimum Education Required
Shift
Responsibilities
1. Organize staff and staffing functions in accordance with Department of Public Health Bureau of Substance Addiction Services Contract.
2. Assign and monitor scheduling of staff to ensure program coverage and budget compliance.
3. Ensure staff receive appropriate certifications and training to perform duties adequately.
4. Participate in the admission process with the Clinical Director and develop discharge plans to include intake psychosocial assessments and development of appropriate resident services.
5. Supervise the Recovery Specialists and Medication Specialists
6. Assist with the development review updates revisions and enforcement of policies and procedures for the program in accordance with DPH/BSAS funding and Advocates policy and procedure.
7. Network with community providers both internally and externally to maximize service delivery.
8. Monitor the up keep of the program site. Ensure the program meets safety and cleanliness standards.
9. Lead/co-lead program and staff meetings for the purpose of education skill growth program planning evaluating resident care and improving program functioning.
10. Participate in the on-call rotation through 24-hour availability for consultation and emergency crisis intervention.
11. Attend assigned trainings and maintain necessary certifications and licenses
12. Ensure that individuals we support are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with Advocates Human Rights policy and the Advocates Way philosophy.
13. Attend and actively participates in supervision and staff meetings.
14. Perform all duties in accordance with the agencys policies and procedures.
15. Strictly implement and follow all agency Performance Standards.
Qualifications
1. High School Diploma with 5 years experience. Experience in counseling education social work or related field preferred. 1-2 years supervisory and/or teaching experience desired.
2. Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
3. Strongly prefer that a candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a variety of individuals including residents family members team physicians community agencies government organizations funding sources.
5. High energy level superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
6. Working knowledge of Social Security Medicaid Medicare Commercial Insurance and community resources.
7. Strong analytical numerical and reasoning abilities.
8. Ability to execute a variety of decision-making models. Ability to demonstrate superior problem-solving skills.
9. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple simultaneous tasks organizing prioritizing planning sequencing and completing tasks independently.
10. Ability to understand speak read and write fluent English and communicate effectively in the primary language of the programs as assigned.
11. Strong computer knowledge. Proficiency with MS Office Suite
12. Must have a valid drivers license and access to an operational and insured vehicle in addition to willingness to use it to transport residents.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Nurse Management
- Program Management
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Advocates is committed to helping people with autism, brain injuries, mental health challenges, intellectual disabilities, or substance use issues live healthy, happy lives in the community.
