Communications Program Manager Jobs in Chesterfield, VA

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