NOW HIRING! Program Director for Austin, TX

Disability Services of the Southwest

Austin, TX

Expired: 21 days ago Applications are no longer accepted.

$21 to $22 Hourly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Program Director Needed for Austin, TX

*****Experience working with people with disabilities is required!

Disability Services of the Southwest is seeking a “Program Director” to help support our growing Austin, TX branch office.

We work hard to make sure our clients are receiving the highest quality of care and we strive to be the bridge that empowers their independence!

Our employees are the key to accomplishing this mission! When you join DSSW, you join a team of compassionate and dedicated staff who know that they are making a difference in the lives of the clients we serve.

Founded in 1993, Disability Services of the Southwest (DSSW) is one of the largest providers of support services to people with disabilities and the elderly in the State of Texas.

Our services include personal attendant services, nursing and therapies, as well as assistance in home modification, adaptive aids, job coaching and supported employment.

Our Program Directors (equivalent to a Case Manager, not an Executive/Administrator level position) are responsible for the internal operation of the CLASS waiver program. Experience working with people with disabilities is required!

Essential tasks:
- Managing the day-to-day activities of the assigned program.
- Monitoring services provided for assigned client case load.
- Assure that all program and licensure standards are met.
- Provide support to office staff.

- Reports any concerns and/or issues to the Lead Program Director.
- Travel required for client visits and community activities as necessary.

Requirements:

- Two (2) years' experience providing services to people with disabilities required.

- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or other relevant field required.

- Case Management experience preferred, but not required.

- Home health experience preferred.

- Experience with CLASS, CBA, DBMD, PHC, or DADS a plus.

Apply online via the link below to become a part of our compassionate and dedicated team.

https://dsswtx.jotform.com/220836269749065

Company Description

Founded in 1993, Disability Services of the Southwest (DSSW) is one of the largest providers of support services to people with disabilities and the elderly in the State of Texas. Our services include personal attendant services, nursing and therapies, as well as assistance in home modifications, adaptive aids, job coaching and supported employment.

DSSW is licensed by the state to provide a wide range of services to persons with disabilities including Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS), Consumer Directed Services (CDS), Deaf-Blind with Multiple Disabilties (DBMD), as well as private pay care for the elderly and people with disabilities.

DSSW's programs are designed to assist persons with disabilities in achieving the greatest degree of independence possible within their community. The evaluation process by a nurse and the interview process by a program director and your independent case manager assure that an individual's needs are identified so that they can be met by the services available in each program.

All programs are driven by consumer choice and a people first philosophy.

Why Work Here?

We care about our employees, our clients, and our community!

Founded in 1993, Disability Services of the Southwest (DSSW) is one of the largest providers of support services to people with disabilities and the elderly in the State of Texas. Our services include personal attendant services, nursing and therapies, as well as assistance in home modifications, adaptive aids, job coaching and supported employment. DSSW is licensed by the state to provide a wide range of services to persons with disabilities including Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS), Consumer Directed Services (CDS), Deaf-Blind with Multiple Disabilties (DBMD), as well as private pay care for the elderly and people with disabilities. DSSW's programs are designed to assist persons with disabilities in achieving the greatest degree of independence possible within their community. The evaluation process by a nurse and the interview process by a program director and your independent case manager assure that an individual's needs are identified so that they can be met by the services available in each program. All programs are driven by consumer choice and a people first philosophy.