Director Of Programming

This is a repost.  Previous applicants do not need to reapply to be considered for this vacancy.

"This position is designated Mandatory and Must report or stay over during adverse weather events."

The Director of Programming is a key member of Caswell Developmental Center's Leadership Team.  This position is assigned lead responsibility for the planning, provision and integration of developmental treatment programming, education, medical care, and support services to ensure a level of quality care for the residents who reside at the facility; conforming with the requirements of Federal regulations, State statutes, departmental policies and various licensing and certification agencies, boards and groups.  As the Director of Programming this position serves as the second-in command of the facility's overall operations and is designated Chief Executive for the facility during the Center Director's absence. This position reports to the Center Director and works Monday through Friday and off hours as needed during times of emergency and adverse weather.  The Director of Programming has 24-hour accountability for the Departments under its supervision. This position provides management oversight of the Center's Residential Services, Professional Services, Education/Vocational Services and Psychology Services to ensure implementation of services and supports. This is a Mandatory position and is designated as essential for adverse weather and emergency events. Job responsibilities include the following:

• Assists the Center Director in the day to day tasks associated with the management of facility operations, internal and external to the Program Services Component

• Assures coordination of services with local program delivery systems within the geographic region. This includes, but is not limited to, involvement in matters pertaining to general budget planning and management, the maintenance of the facility, the allocation and utilization of personnel, and the provision of on-site and outreach services

• Works closely with the Human Resources Director and staff to address personnel needs of the facility, establish priorities for salary plans, organizational changes, management/employee actions and other relevant matters

• Participates in reassessment and reallocation of staff as facility needs change on a short and long-term basis

• Serves as a resource to the Facility Director and other members of the Leadership Team on policy and procedural issues related to the implementation of habilitation services and concerning the standards which guide service provision, as well as in more global matters affecting facility-wide operations

Work Location: Administration

Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m. (Schedule may vary depending on the needs of the facility; after hours may be required.)

About the Department of Health and Human Services / Caswell Developmental Center:

The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees.  In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility.  Our team is critical to the mission of the facility.  We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.   Please click on the following link  https://vimeo.com/185000006 to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.  To receive credit for all your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they clearly possess all the following:

• Demonstrated managerial experience with residential/institutional facility management, budgetary and financial planning, developmental disabilities programs and services, compliance and regulations, personnel policies and management principals

• Extensive knowledge of population service needs and standards for service delivery

• Ability to direct the establishment of facility goals and priorities and to determine appropriate allocation of resources

• Skill in establishing and maintaining successful working relationships with consumers, families, advocates, stakeholders, community leaders, and other agencies serving people with developmental disabilities.

Management Preferences:

• Demonstrated leadership in a high level professional role, at a state or similar facility that abides by Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) regulations

• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and execute the provision of individual services across the total habilitation services network and directly participated in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary and person-centered planning processes through the development of training manuals, policies and procedures

• Knowledge of rules and directives of the governing body, i.e. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF), the standards/regulations of various regulatory agencies, i.e. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Center policy and procedures to include Incident Command principles

• Experience in management and supervision of professional staff and programs

• Demonstrated ability is essential in establishing and conducting effective working relationships.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk and hear.

• Ability to perform repetitive motions, visual acuity, inside and outside activities.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience". If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both.  See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Master's degree in human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of administrative, supervisory or professional level treatment programming experience with the population at the facility being served, one year of which must have been in a residential program;

• or-

Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of the above experience requirements, one year of which must have been in a residential program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;

• or-

A clinical practitioner in one of the disciplines supervised will be acceptable (substituted for human services degree) if the candidate has had significant experience in a residential program in a setting serving people with intellectual/developmental disabilities or neuro-cognitive impairments.

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities       The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-

employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

The DHHS Division of Human Resources (DHR) follows the State Human Resources Employment of Relatives Policy.  Applicants who have relatives or people living in the same household, will not be considered for job vacancies in the DHR at those locations.  For a complete definition of immediate family member, please see the State Human Resources Workforce Planning, Recruitment and Selection Policy, Section 2, Page 38.

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For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with, via email only, for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at (252) 208-4293.    

Compensation & Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.  Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).  Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.  In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.  Visit website for State Benefits