AdvanceCare Health Services, LLC is seeking a Director for our Waiver Department. We are looking for an independent, self-starting, and reliable individual that possesses a high level of energy and great attention to detail. In addition to being a quick learner, this new hire should have good written and verbal communication skills and be well organized. Integrity, a positive attitude, and a can-do spirit are required.
Providing excellent care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a community/family setting. As a Director, you will ensure that our individuals get the care they need and that we have the necessary resources to provide that care. Your hard work and meaningful efforts will help us continue providing the highest quality care possible.
You must have High-Speed Internet. This new hire must live within one hour or less driving time to our Hermitage, TN office.
Responsibilities and Requirements:
*Oversee the overall management and the day-to-day operations of the Waiver Department
*Carry out the company vision with a positive work ethic and proven leadership skills; Assist in scheduling job assignments
*Hire, train, and supervise employees, providing adequate staffing while ensuring continuity and consistency in delivery and quality of services
*Participate in the recruitment of FMPs and marketing for new individuals
*Maintain on-call responsibilities as needed
*Communicate non-medical practice policies and assist and coach as needed.
*Monitor work assignments, provide feedback, and provide evaluations of performance. Redirect and discipline as needed
*Attend Circles of Support and be an active participant in developing and implementing Individual Support Plans that maintain or enhance independence and satisfaction
*Perform physical assessment through observation, inspection, and interview at residential sites
*Identify needs and provide input for planning and/or follow-up
*Develop protocols and plans as needed to document steps to address problems, goals, environmental issues, mobility issues, and other needs of the Individuals Served.
*Create outcome staff instructions as needed and document them in the record. Monitor outcomes weekly to ensure staff instructions are adequate.
*Implement teaching with Caregivers and Individuals Served as needed. Work closely with Individuals’ Circle of Support to ensure all needed instructions are provided.
*Create reports monthly as assigned
*Implement ISP consistently and effectively and focus on person-centered outcomes. Identify rationale and anticipated funding needs for each individual served and prepare the justification needed to provide the support for additional funding.
*Work with physicians and other health care professionals in keeping informed of changes in individuals’ health status. Notify physician and/or other healthcare professionals immediately of significant changes in condition; *Work in collaboration with the physician and other healthcare professionals by sharing information relevant to the changing health status, ensuring HIPAA guidelines are strictly followed.
*Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned and needed.
Qualifications:
*Master’s Degree preferred; Bachelor’s in combination with experience may be considered for the position.
*Must have a minimum of 5-year experience working with DIDD and Waiver and be familiar with the requirements of the Department.
*Must possess basic computer skills, including but not limited to email, google products, and Microsoft Office products.
*Must demonstrate effective leadership and management skills and excellent verbal communication skills
*Must have the ability to write business reports
*Must be able to travel occasionally, including overnight stays; Must maintain regular attendance
*Must be able to walk distances, climb stairs, work, and drive in changing weather conditions
*Must have the ability to complete multiple projects and prioritize as needed to ensure those projects are completed timely.
*Capable of working with minimal supervision
*Must have a perfect driving record
You must be Flexible and willing to work and learn on the fly!
Company Culture:
- We are a fun-loving, highly motivated, successful business comprised of diverse backgrounds and abilities. The dress code is business casual, but the work that we do as a team is anything but casual. We strive for excellence in the care we provide to the individuals served by supplying the caregivers working with the individuals with what is needed to do their jobs without added stress.
- Our company goes the extra mile to ensure the highest quality of care while projecting morals and ethics at every point. We work hard to improve ourselves and increase our skills, and much training is provided each week as a group and each day individually.
Please respond to this ad with a resume, and we will contact qualified applicants within two weeks of submission.
All submissions with no resume attached will be discarded.
Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the candidate assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties, and effort required.
