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Sevita · 7 hours ago

Program Director

Las Vegas, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

2+ years exp

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care, dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Program Director is responsible for managing the services delivered to designated programs, overseeing staff management, program planning, compliance, and financial management to ensure quality care and support for individuals served.

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Responsibilities

Oversee organization and implementation of direct supports, person-centered planning and implementation, health care, advocacy, stakeholder relations, regulatory compliance, staffing, training, financial management, and maintenance of the physical environment

May participate in hiring events as needed and partner with Talent Acquisition to identify hiring needs for Direct Support Professionals and Program Supervisors in consultation with the Area Director

Organizes and implements on-site orientation and training for assigned programs and monitors training compliance and documentation; conducts monthly staff meetings; attends monthly regional meetings and additional meetings as needed

Designs and monitors schedules to ensure that all shifts are covered; monitors and minimizes overtime

Conducts rotating performance snapshots and evaluations for direct reports in consultation with the PD’s manager; reviews and approves Direct Support Professional and other staff member’s performance evaluations

Coaches employees, correcting or directing employee behavior where required; may remove employees at their sole discretion in the event of emergency; may recommend and participate in decisions regarding discipline and termination in consultation with the PD’s manager and Human Resources; manages the termination of Direct Support Professionals or other staff members, as necessary

Responsible for employee safety and workers’ compensation programs; monitors compliance; and assists in returning employees to work; implements, oversees, and trains employees about safety

Acts as the QIDP (if required), writes and approves individual program plans; trains and assists appropriate staff members with implementation of plans across all shifts

Periodically audits individual records and other program documentation for accuracy and completion

Conducts progress meetings and (quarterly, annual, and/or other) reviews as appropriate or determined by the interdisciplinary team; provides and approves written and progress reviews

Oversees licensing compliance for program services and supports; ensures timely and accurate program documentation; implements the Sevita compliance plan and manages individual rights implementation while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to individual rights standards

Implements system and oversees management of individual’s funds and property, assuring safety and accuracy; audits, monitors, and reviews individual’s financial accounts

Maintains productive and professional relations with individuals, families, case managers and other stakeholders; provides regular communication to stakeholders; and acts as point of contact for all stakeholders; implements satisfaction improvement plans

Engages in government and community relations; participates in advocacy efforts and ensures preparedness for home visits (e.g., staff, families, legislators)

Implements proactive strategies to reduce or eliminate serious incidents; takes immediate steps to correct potential safety concerns and limit the potential for continued concern or incident; reviews all incidents and directs appropriate response; ensures timely incident reporting; and signs and submits all incident reports as required

Oversees coordination of health care appointments and monitors individual attendance

Oversees system for medication administration, documentation, and security; reviews documentation for accuracy and completeness; ensures all applicable employees are certified or trained in medication administration

Approves purchases of medical supplies and equipment; and ensures training in proper use to all employees

Monitors food service in accordance with dietary plans and to meet regulatory compliance; ensures consideration for special needs, occasions, and individual choice; ensures all applicable employees are certified or trained in meal preparation and/or dietary planning

Approves purchase of food, supplies and equipment; and reviews and monitors monthly invoices for accuracy and budgetary compliance; attests to company credit card statements and monthly invoices in accordance with company policy

Oversees census, attendance information or other required documentation to assure accurate billing; ensures program documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant; monitors utilization between authorization and provision of services and supports

Monitors staffing hours for budgetary compliance

Develops understanding of program growth strategy and supports implementation of growth initiatives within the program

Monitors census performance for their location(s) and escalates potential service disruptions that impact census to the Area Director and Regional Director

Reviews referrals to validate fit for specific locations and identifies and escalates potential barriers to serving individuals to the Area Director and Regional Director; coordinates and prepares for in-person site visits at locations during referral process

Coordinates preparations required for expected placements including staffing, funding, home set-up, and safety requirements

Ensures vehicles are properly maintained, clean, and safe by consulting with maintenance personnel; implements training procedures for maintenance and safe operation of company-owned vehicles, including reviewing checklists on a regular basis; addresses known safety concerns with employee vehicles or other means of transportation, for the safe transport of individuals

Monitors and implements strategies to assure neat, clean, and safe program environments (internal and external); ensures age appropriate and esthetic decoration

Oversees environmental safety program; establishes preventive maintenance schedule; maintains furnishings, equipment, and facilities in good repair and compliant with regulatory standards

Performs other duties and activities as required, including backfilling roles under your supervision

Must be available on-call to support staff, find coverage or cover shifts as needed

Performs other related duties and activities as required

Manages the Direct Support Professionals, Program Supervisors and other direct or indirect staff members of the program. Completes performance evaluations, orientation, and training. Makes decisions on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, discipline, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves employee problems within position responsibilities

Qualification

Program ManagementStaff ManagementFinancial ManagementHealth Care CoordinationHuman Services ExperienceMedication Management CertificateMandatory Reporter CertificateCoaching SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree

Two to three years of related experience in the Human Services Industry preferred

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements

Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if driving on behalf of the Company or providing transportation to individuals receiving services

Licensure(s) as required by state

Medication Management Certificate issued with the completion of Company provided training

Mandatory Reporter Certificate issued with the completion of Company provided training

Other training(s) and/or certification(s) per state requirements and/or service line

For specific programs: AZ Behavioral Health programs must meet BHT requirements