Program Manager/QDDP

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of the client chart as outlined

by the program policy and procedures.

• Coordinates a full range of rehabilitative and behavior management

programs and health care services for individuals diagnosed with

intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental health issues, and

challenging behaviors.

• Interact with individuals in a professional manner adhering to all human

rights guidelines.

• Support the Program Supervisor/Executive Director in the development of

assessments, annual forms, discharge planning and individual service plans

or treatment plans to ensure that appropriate services are provided to meet

the needs of the individuals serviced.

• Responsible for immediately managing, implementing and monitoring

person centered Individual Service plans.

• Responsible for facilitating new employee orientation for new Direct

Support Professionals.

• Communicates effectively with all community and Family Transition, Inc.

contacts.

• Completes all required clinical documentation.
• Follows Family Transition, Inc. Health, Safety, and Emergency guidelines.
• Shall be responsible for other duties as needed.
• Supports the Program Supervisor in the day to day operations of the Day

Support Program as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Shall be responsible for supporting the Program Director/Executive Director

in the creation of clinical documentation creation such as Part V individual

plans in a timely manner.

• Shall be responsible for the intake/admission paperwork to be completed at

the time of admission into the program.

• Shall be responsible for supporting the Program Director/Executive

completion of client quarterly reports to be completed within a timely

manner due every 90 days after the admission into the program.

• Shall be responsible for the submission of Serious Incident reports into

CHRIS within 24 hours of the serious incident. Shall also be responsible for

completion of internal investigation to determine what the appropriate

findings are as it relates to possible breaking of company policy or state

regulations.

• Shall be responsible for the facilitation of staff meetings to ensure

appropriate communication and guidance are provided to the staff as

needed.

-Shall participate in administrative meetings with administrative team bi-

weekly to discuss updates with paperwork and other important matters

such as serious incidents and other areas of concern.

• Shall be responsible for other duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

A minimum of five years’ experience working in the mental health/intellectual

disability field in a combination of administrative/management, staff supervision

and evaluation experience as well as direct service experience including crisis

intervention is preferred. Experience in dealing with the public is required. Valid

driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Effective oral and written communication; Demonstrated leadership skills in

project management and the formulation of program goals and objectives and

establishing a plan of action, required. Must be able to plan, manage and evaluate

programs, including assessment. Must have knowledge of developmental and

intellectual disabilities, classifications, effects and individual’s needs. Must have

knowledge of employment principles as well as best practices for programs and

service delivery. Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local guidelines, laws

and regulations, including person-centered practice, Medicaid waivers and positive

behavioral supports. Family Transition, Inc. requires that all employees and

contractors submit to a criminal background check and a check of the Department

of Social Services (DSS) Central Registry of child abuse and neglect complaints.

Each applicant for employment will be required to file a disclosure statement

indicating whether they have been convicted of, or have pending criminal charges

against them. Any applicant convicted of a “barrier crime” is not eligible for

employment with Family Transition, Inc. under Code of Virginia

• 37.2-416. The contractors or employees are also required to complete a Tuberculosis Screening Test upon employment and every year thereafter. Contractors and employees shall have current certifications in behavior management, CPR, and first aid. Job Type: Part-Time Work Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 8:30AM until 2:30PM