Unit Director

Company: Elwyn New Jersey
Location: Vineland
Posted on: September 12, 2020

Job Description:

PRIMARY (ESSENTIAL) FUNCTION: Development, direction and oversight of assigned area(s) of Community Living Programs (CLP). This includes ensuring that individuals supported are receiving services according to their annual plans and that the assigned programs are in compliance with all policies and procedures of Elwyn New Jersey and requirements by external monitors and funders. Training and on-going supervision of assigned Program Coordinator(s).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Ensures the delivery of quality services to individuals supported by Elwyn New Jersey in compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, protocols and standards

Directly supervises assigned program coordinators (PC) and other designated CLP personnel within the department, including in recruiting, hiring, promoting, terminating and performance managing activities

Supervises the development and coordinates the delivery of services to all areas assigned

Maintains the fiscal responsibility for the unit and manages payroll for assigned areas

Routinely visits, monitors and checks documentation at each site of responsibility

Ensures documentation and reports meet all requirements of the State of NJ Department of Human Services/Division of Developmental Disabilities and Elwyn New Jersey

Oversees the operations and service provision of the assigned area, including attending individual annual plans and/or special team meetings, and participating in the development of plans; ensuring that outcomes/goals are implemented and followed as written; monitoring monthly documentation by the PC; participating in committees as designated; ensuring that performance reviews occur for all staff and completing same for assigned PCs, including on-going goals for performance improvement

Participates in and leads assigned team in on-going quality management activities and ensures the timely completion of any Plan of Correction necessary, as identified by an internal or an external monitoring or audit

Works with, understands and complies with the union contracts and the proper handling of union grievances

Attends on-going management, department and training meetings

Attends required trainings annually

Participates in on-call responsibilities, as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director of Operations, CLP

CONTACTS: Elwyn New Jersey personnel, individuals supported, parents, family members, federal, state, and local agency personnel and visitors

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS :

A Bachelor's degree in the field of human services or related field preferred. High school diploma with equivalent experience in the field of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree. A Master's Degree will be considered in lieu of the number of years of experience in the field beyond one.

Four (4) years of experience in the field of developmental disabilities, including two (2) years of supervisory/management experience

Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience, and acceptable driving record

Computer literacy a must with proficiency with Microsoft Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook

Must be able to interact with consumers and have knowledge of and ability in crisis management

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team

Must possess excellent interpersonal, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

A demonstrated ability to lead

Must successfully complete/obtain and maintain all clearances and certifications as required by Elwyn NJ and regulatory agencies and must cooperate with the licensee and Division staff in any inspection or investigation. Equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the characteristics required to do the essential functions of the class may be substituted.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE : See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn New Jersey will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions.

Elwyn New Jersey reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.

Location Address

1668 E. Landis Ave, Vineland, New Jersey 08361

Alternate Locations

1668 E. Landis Ave, Vineland, New Jersey 08361

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