Program Manager - IDD Community Service - (Specialty Services) - Clayton Co.

View Point Health

Job Title: Program Manager - IDD Community Service – (Specialty Services) - Clayton

Job Code: SSP031/Social Services Program Coordinator 2

Shift: Full-Time (40 hours per week on average)

Job Hours: Times May Vary

Base Location: Gwinnett/Rockdale/Newton/Clayton Counties

Division/Department/Program: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Day Program

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View Point Health is a community behavioral health center utilizing a team of psychiatrist, nurses, licensed counselors and social workers, as well as other professional to provide services to individuals who need treatment and support to cope with mental illness, substance abuse/use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. View Point Health serves uninsured, underinsured, low-income Medicaid, Medicare, ware veterans and some private insurance across multiple locations with a full continuum of behavioral health services and support. The Program Manager - IDD Community Services supports these efforts by working each day to fulfill the following job duties and responsibilities.

 Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and guidance for teams of staff who provide groups and community activities for individuals with developmental disabilities in Day Services, Supported Employment, and Community Living Support programs.
• Assists with the development of individualized service plans for each client by members of an interdisciplinary team.
• Assures that plans are implemented and updated as required.
• Reviews staff documentation for conformity to agency and payer requirements.
• Appropriately interprets, implements, and enforces compliance with agency policies and procedures and safety regulations.
• Assures that program participants receive the appropriate attention to their needs and service guidelines.
• Recommends hires, trains, and evaluates the performance of subordinate staff.
• Utilizes coaching and involves subordinates in the identification and solution of program issues and the implementation of required program changes.
• Adheres to licensure requirements and regulations as set forth by regulatory agencies
• Participate actively in agency quality assurance activities including performance and outcomes review, case record review, stakeholder satisfaction review, incident review, and improvement planning. (DDP role).
• Other program related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level Social Services Program Coordinator 1 (SSP030) or position equivalent.  

      Note: Some positions require eligibility for licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
• Developmental Disabilities Professional Certification Eligible.

Requirements/Competencies:

• Must be able to lift 20 pounds.
• Requires long periods of sitting/standing.
• Must have valid Georgia driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy.
• Candidates for selection must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens.
• Must submit to and pass TB testing and Physical as required/needed.

     Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.

Benefits (for qualified employees):

State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts)

Company contributes 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan

Generous PTO – plus 9 holidays per year – and a paid Cultural/Spiritual/Service Day!

No employee deduction for Social Security – means more money in your paycheck!

Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology, and travel

Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Clinical supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available.

Flexible hours available, including telehealth from home!

View Point Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:  View Point Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in View Point Health programs throughout its service area. It is the policy of View Point Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.