Developmental Services Division Director(Hybrid) - Hartford, United States - State of Connecticut

State of Connecticut Hartford, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Introduction

Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can truly make an impact ? If so, we invite you to read more about this opportunity to become a full-time At the , Department of Developmental Services () - Central Office, seeks a talented and qualified individual for the position of DS Division Director (Family Services), to be based in Hartford. What We Have To Offer

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Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage

Comprehensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings

Retirement healthcare offerings

Professional growth and development opportunities

Outstanding

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Your role as a This position provides a key leadership role, representing the voice of families. In the new structure, this position will oversee directors of:

Assistive technology

Employment/day services

Residential services.

These directors are the champions of these areas in agency wide work, much of which is leading the agency toward the future vision for supports and services.

Position Highlights

This is a full-time 1st shift position, 40 hour work week

Monday through Friday schedule

However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the agency

We hope you take this chance to start your career with us and join our team

Selection Plan

For Assistance in Applying:
Please or our Applicant Tips on How to Apply Application Process: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate's obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to . Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut. Selection Process: This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency. For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Read through this helpful link to . Contact Information: If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Tommy Wilson, DDS EEO 1 at or . Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Ethan Ives at .

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for administering the programs and operations of statewide comprehensive programs dedicated to consumers of the agency.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Administers staff and operations of the division;

Develops, implements and evaluates division policies, goals and objectives;

Designs and develops division programs and activities;

Implements new procedures and procedural revisions;

Determines appropriate staffing levels and directs management and coordination of staff;

Designs and implements performance review standards for division staff;

Prepares division budget;

Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact on policy or program activities;

Advises the Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner in recommendation of new or revised health programs and or support services, administrative policies and processes to assist consumers of the agency;

Prepares state and federal reports,

Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;

Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of

and ability to apply management principles and practices;

relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;

best practices for providing integrated, supportive community based services to agency consumers;

Considerable

interpersonal skills;

oral and written communication skills;

Considerable ability in designing, developing, planning, implementing and administering statewide complex programs;

Ability to develop and manage revenue sources and budget.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years of professional experience in health or human services delivery system administration and/or programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must include administrative or managerial responsibility relative to programs for habilitative and/or rehabilitative program development for consumers of the agency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in psychology, special education, early childhood, social work or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

A Master's degree in special education, early childhood, social work, psychology or a related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Considerable knowledge of current trends, community resources, and evidence based practices regarding the provision of integrated, supportive, community-based services to persons with developmental disabilities

Experience working with Medicaid operations

Involvement in national-level initiatives and ability to translate to implementation of programs

Experience directing and managing projects, including implementation and evaluation

Experience managing consultants and contracts

Experience with program development and the provision of services to individuals with disabilities

Experience with principles of Charting the Lifecourse

Proven track record of strategic, creative thinking and problem-solving

Background in developing and promulgating policies and procedures

Experience in delivering formal and informal training to system-wide stakeholders

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Overview

Employee Benefits As a State of Connecticut employee you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, but the time to enjoy your own. Listed below are just some of the benefits the State of Connecticut offers depending on the position you hold:

Health & Dental Insurance

Accrued Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (Subject to the appropriate bargaining union contract or state statute and regulations.)

Retirement Plan

Group Life Insurance

Supplemental Benefits Voluntary Defined Contribution Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care Program, Medical Flexible Spending, and Qualified Transportation) Supplemental Benefits Programs (Auto and Home Insurance, plus Short and Long Term Disability) Life Insurance

State of CT Tuition Reimbursement Program

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