What are the responsibilities and job description for the Support Services Manager position at South Carolina DDSN?
Job Responsibilities
- intellectual disability and related disabilities
- autism spectrum disorder
- traumatic brain injury
- spinal cord injury and similar disability
About Midlands Regional Center
Midlands Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Columbia, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Job Responsibilities:
Ability to make competent decisions and to work independently with limited supervision by the Midlands Center Facility Administrator. Plans, coordinates, and directs the business management activities associated with Support Services and coordinates with individuals and departments affected.
Provides leadership and daily supervision to the Finance and Procurement Departments, to include budget, accounts payable, claims and collections, client bank, and Medicaid billing. Provides timely budget reports with recommendations for the Facility Administrator. Monitors financial status to ensure that annual budget targets are achieved. Monitors purchases to ensure they comply with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code.
Provides oversight and support to the Midlands Center Supply Services Department to include food service, fleet management, housekeeping, and transportation. Ensures services are provided as appropriate throughout the facility.
Provides oversight of Maintenance Services, to include the physical plant and grounds to ensure the facilities are maintained according to all applicable state and federal guidelines, internal policies, and agency directives. Coordinates the Comprehensive Permanent Improvement (CPIP) projects for Midlands Center. Ensures support is provided to SCDDSN's Central Office.
Provides guidance & support to the Supply Manager for the fixed assets system to ensure accountability of equipment and accuracy of records. Ensures all property disposal activities are handled through the SC Surplus Properties Division. Ensures timely removal or disposal of surplus items.
Manages Mentor/Alternative Placement Claims and Collection activities. Monitors Billing and Banking System (BABS) to ensure the efficient and accurate operation of billing and banking activities.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and relevant experience in administrative services, public administration or business management.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the responsibilities, principles, and best practices related to the diverse service areas of Finance, Food Service, Housekeeping, Transportation, Procurement, Supply, and Maintenance. Knowledge of modern office practices & procedures. Knowledge of financial statement analysis. Knowledge of state & federal regulations & laws applicable to the area of employment. Ability to analyze & interpret complex financial data & reports. Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with others. Familiarity with & knowledge of the SC Consolidated Procurement Code, supply & inventory control. Ability to make decisive, effective management decisions within the policies & operational framework of the agency. Excellent communication & computer skills are required. Position requires a valid S.C. Driver's license.
Additional Comments
About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.
EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex -including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.
Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.
Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
