Program Director - Service & Support Director
- Vista Care
- Pierre, SD
- Full Time
- 20 days ago
Salary
$40K - $43K / Year
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Job Description
Program Director - Service & Support Director
ABOUT VISTA CARE
Vista Care is a leading service and support organization that is proud to provide specialized, supportive services to a diverse population throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Colorado, South Dakota, and Nevada. We specialize in offering comprehensive care and support services for individuals with disabilities, empowering them to lead fulfilling and independent lives.
We are seeking an experienced Service & Support Director to support our Vista Care South Dakota operations.
JOB TYPE: Full-time
BENEFITS: Health, dental, & vision insurance, 401K, PTO, and other company perks.
LOCATION: Pierre, SD
ABOUT THE JOB: Under the direction of Vista Care’s Area Director, the Service & Support Director is responsible for the administration and support of day-to-day operations of Vista Care’s Direct Support Professional's (Caregivers). This position ensures the development of meaningful and impactful program supports based on both the individual’s needs as well as the Direct Support Provider's needs. Work is typically performed with the people supported in an administrative office, in group home settings, and in the community.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
The Service & Support Director reports to the Area Director
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Responsible for the overall quality of services provided and implementation of Visa Care's mission within their designated locations.
- Develop operational procedures as necessary and assigned consistent with regulatory standards and organizational policies and assure follow through.
- Oversee all follow-through on medical appointments, hospitalizations and emergency visits for persons served.
- Monitor program funds; including preparing and maintaining balance sheets of expenses.
- To maintain responsibility for the management and supervision of personnel within each of the programs managed.
- Assure the implementation of training of staff through orientation, staff meetings, in-services and training opportunities.
- Keep staff informed of issues and situations in the field, support services, and the community that may affect the program and/or organization.
- Monitor the physical site maintenance and improvement, ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies, person served safety and organizational standards, taking immediate action to communicate maintenance issues and correct problems, as they occur.
- Provide leadership and direction in promoting the concepts, beliefs, and purposes of the program and organization.
- A 4-year degree and 1 year of related supervisor experience is preferred.
- An equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience will be considered.
- Prior experience in residential services and supports for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as persons with behavioral challenges is desirable.
- Prior experience in de-escalation techniques preferred.
- Effective decision-making abilities
- Strong communication skill
- Strong computer literacy
- Superior problem-solving skills
- Must possess crisis intervention skills
- Must have the ability to bend, squat, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Prompt and regular attendance is required.
If you are interested in this position, please apply today! If you have any questions about Vista Care or this Service & Support Director position, please reach out at the number or email below.
Sam Harris
Talent Specialist III
114 Wakanda Drive Suite A Lebanon, IL 62254
Ph: 920.694.1196
[email protected] www.vistacare.org
Vista Care is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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