What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at Disability Services of the Southwest?
Location: San Antonio, Tx
Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
Compensation: $17 /DOE
Job Description:
Program Director needed in San Antonio
Program Director (equivalent to a Case Manager, not and Executive/Administrator level position) is responsible for the internal operation of the CLASS waiver program.
Position Summary: The Program Director is responsible for the internal operation of the
managed waiver program.
Tasks:
? Manages the day-to-day activities of the assigned program.
? Monitors the services provided for assigned client case load.
? Utilizes program resources efficiently and effectively.
? Assures that all program and licensure standards are met.
? Maintains positive relationships and open communication with clients, client families, case managers, vendors, and other concerned parties.
? Attends and participates in all agency manager training sessions and other training
approved by the Agency.
? Addresses Attendant disciplinary action when necessary.
? Provides supervision to Attendant staff.
? Completes required documentation accurately and timely and assures integration into the client’s record within the agency’s defined timeframe.
? Reviews and corrects any outstanding issues in reference to the Quality Improvement
Program in a timely manner.
? Will perform client care and on-call duties as assigned or as needed.
? Travel required for client visits and community activities as necessary.
? Observes confidentiality policies at all times.
? Complies with federal, state, & company policies, procedures, and regulations.
? Performs other related duties as assigned.
Skills/Attributes:
? Able to work independently.
? Able to work with a team to accomplish goals and objectives.
? Able to motivate, develop, and direct people as they work.
? Effectively lead and manage personnel.
? Excellent time management skills.
? Effective organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
? Excellent interpersonal relations skills, including active listening skills such as giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate.
? Willingness to work with health care professionals, clients, families, and the general public.
? Written and verbal communication skills are required to communicate effectively as
appropriate to the needs of the audience.
? Must be able to read, write and comprehend English; must be able to communicate
efficiently in English.
Experience and Education:
? A bachelor’s degree in a health and human services field or social work and two years’ work experience in the delivery of services and supports to persons with related conditions or similar disabilities, or one of the following:
o A high school diploma and four years’ work experience in the delivery of services and
supports to persons with related conditions or similar disabilities; or
o A high school equivalency certificate issued in accordance with the law of the issuing
state and four years’ work experience in the delivery of services and supports to persons
with related conditions or similar disabilities;
? Is at least 18 years of age;
? Is an employee of the DSA and is not a relative of an individual being serviced by the DSA.
? CLASS Training provided by the Agency.
? Case Management experience preferred, not required.
? Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in a management or supervisory role required.
? Must maintain current CPR certification including the Heimlich Maneuver, on-line
certification is not sufficient to meet this requirement.
? Must have reliable transportation, a valid Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
? Must not be convicted of a crime, offense or misdemeanor as defined in TAC §97.241(b)
relating to Management.
? Completion of agency’s DBMD training (if applicable).
? Computer knowledge and experience: must demonstrate competence with office
applications such as MS Word and Excel, and have the ability to readily learn agency
specific software.
? Must be able to type 35 wpm with 80% accuracy.
Apply online to become a part of our compassionate and dedicated team www.dsswtx.org or https://dsswtx.jotform.com/220836269749065
Salary : $17
