Deputy Director

Athelas Institute Inc.

$500K+*
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Education, Health Services, Psychology, Social Work, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 10 years of executive management experience in human services can substitute for degree with a Bachelor's degree.
  • 10 years of supervisory experience in the human service field specializing in intellectual/developmental disabilities.
  • 5 years of experience working directly with persons diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
  • Knowledge of COMAR, Medicaid Waiver regulations, and HCBS Settings requirements.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of programs to ensure consistent delivery of quality services.
  • Act as a liaison with licensing entities for program services and record compliance.
  • Support and supervise Directors, Managers, and Direct Support staff.
  • Research and implement new program components and revise policies as needed.
  • Stay current with state regulations and trends affecting services and communicate changes.
  • Facilitate the internal transition plan for LTSS and educate staff on relevant waivers and policies.
  • Provide direct mentorship and supervision to Department Directors.

Benefits

  • Health, Vision, and Dental insurance, plus Aflac supplemental coverage.
  • Company-paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance and Term Life Insurance.
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program and Flexible Spending Account.
  • Paid Vacation, Sick leave, Personal leave, Bereavement leave, and Jury Duty.
  • 403B retirement plan and membership in Employee Credit Union (SECU).
Full Job Description
Essential Job Functions:
  • Oversees daily operations of programs, ensuring that quality services are delivered consistently with an emphasis on the needs and expectations of the people we support.
  • Acts as a liaison with licensing entities in regards to licensing and service approval packets. Ensures that program services and records meet the requirements of state, federal and local governing or licensing bodies.
  • Responsible for e-prep applications.
  • Provides support and supervision to Directors, Managers and Direct Support staff.
  • Researches, develops and assists in the coordination and implementation of new components of any program. Oversees policies and procedure development as well as any other requirements necessitated by the licensing bodies or funding sources.
  • Keeps abreast of state regulations and current trends as it applies to all services provided by Athelas Institute and implement changes after reviewing such changes with the Executive Staff.
  • Facilitates the LTSS internal transition plan.
  • Responsible for educating all department staff on waivers, services, and internal policies and procedures in relation to these areas.
  • Oversees the person-centered planning process and participant funding streams to include funding documents such as the DSAT.
    • Serves as a member of internal and external committees at the appointment of the CEO.
    • Build strong relationships with families, advocates, and stakeholders.
      • Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings.
      • Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, agency documentation, etc.
      • Provide direct supervision to Department Directors that includes knowledge growth opportunities, mentoring and coaching.
      • Responsible for budgeting each department to be aligned with funding.
  • Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication
    • Ensures that all activities are in keeping with the mission, values, philosophy and management principles of Athelas Institute, Inc.
    • Other duties as assigned by the CEO.

Education:

Master's Degree or the equivalent in Education, Health Services, Psychology, Social Work or related field. (10 years executive management experience may be considered in place of master's degree if paired with a Bachelor's Degree)

Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Ten years supervisory experience in the human service field specializing in intellectual/developmental disabilities.
  • Five working with persons who are diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
  • Knowledge of COMAR and Medicaid Waiver regulations as they pertain to I/DD.
  • Knowledge of HCBS Settings requirements
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Excellent interpersonal, organization and managerial skills


Physical Requirements:
  • This is an administrative role with limited physical requirements


Applicant must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, to include assisting supported person to standing, providing assistance with ambulation, physical releases, and physical restraints.

Benefits:

Health: Health, Vision, Dental, supplemental coverage through Aflac. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Incentives: Company Paid: Short / Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Flexible Spending Account, Sunny Day Fund

Work-Life Balance: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty

Financial: 403B plan, Employee Credit Union (SECU)

*dependent on Full or Part time status

Please Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. All working hours and location may be subject to change.

Pay Range: $105,000 - $110,000 per hour

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