Program Director

Care and Dignity Services (CNDS) has been established since 2015.

We are currently hiring a Group Home Program Director (PD) for our DDD group homes located in the east valley (Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler). The PD is considered a safety sensitive position and ensures smooth day-to-day operations of the group home programs, supports a high quality of life for those individuals in residence and that everyone's needs are supported within the group home. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated professional experienced with the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) to provide leadership and support to our Direct Support Professional staff and the people we serve and support.

• Supervise House Managers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in the completion of their daily routines, implementing programming utilized in the home.
• Participate in the hiring process for House Manager and Direct Service staff.
• Review integral parts of tasks which provides services to clients, as well as critical communication regarding client services.
• Ensures programs meet licensing/survey requirements and contractual compliance. Including responsible for assuring that the group home meets the agency’s standards for cleanliness and appearance.
• Responsible for coordinating with the Schedulers to ensure the group homes maintain proper staff to client ratio.
• Report and assist in the creation and revision of agency policies and procedures that align with DDD requirements.
• Attend administrative meetings. Utilize critical thinking skills and collaborate with peers to find win-win solutions.
• Responsible for carrying out various assignments in community relations which may include communication with schools, medical personnel, employment resources, etc........
• Investigate all incident reports.
• Participate in the Intake and Discharge process.
• Complete and maintain administrative requirements including the creation and execution of program strategies and goals and monitor outcomes. Complete required documentation accurately and within designated timeframes.
• Ensures that clean and safe environments are maintained and that support provided meets expectations of all policies and procedures; complies with all AZ DDD and other relevant licensing requirements

Pre -Employment Requirements:

All applicants must have a minimum of

• At least two years of job experience (consecutive) job experience.
• Employment experience with working with Adults and children of DDD populations, Familiar with Arizona State law regarding DDD population.
• Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• AZ Driver License
• Notarization of Criminal Disclosure Completion of I-9/SAM
• Social Security Card
• Central Registry Background Check
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Article 9 certification
• Prevention and Support certification

Applicant must have three employment references (including current/previous supervisor). No relatives.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Questions: You have requested that really ask candidates the following questions:

• How many years of caregiver experience do you have?
• How many years of management experience do you have?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• Do you have reliable transportation?
• Are you willing to travel for work?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Program management experience do you have?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR, First Aid (Required)
• Prevention and Support (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chandler, AZ 85225: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $52,000