Director of Community Programming

Under administrative direction of the Chief People Officer and as a member of the MRI Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Community Programming directs the planning, development, implementation, operation and evaluation of the Community Day Services (CDS), Supportive Employment, and JanPro Services of Macon Resources, Inc. (MRI).  Monitors to assure that these programs meet all applicable local, state, and federal laws; licensure/certification/accreditation standards; operate in accordance with agency policies and procedures and meet the needs and preferences of persons served.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES  

1.    Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates services including Community Day Services, Supported Employment, Transportation, and JanPro Services.  

2.    Collaborates with the Chief Financial Officer and the Chief People Officer in the preparation of budgets to ensure that CDS, SEP, and JanPro are fiscally responsible; the budget plan and actual expenditures are maintained within acceptable levels; ensures billing and attendance data is submitted to the business office for submission to funders.

3.    Develops relationships with local businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to facilitate inclusive outings, employment, and volunteer opportunities; serve as a liaison between the organization and the community to promote collaboration and inclusion.

4.    Collaborates with the Chief People Officer in the procurement of grant funding for services; strengthens existing services through resource development and management to maximize program and cost effectiveness.

5.    Ensures provision of safe transportation to persons served as required; manages vehicle grants; participates in the Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP) meetings in Illinois; observes all local, state, and federal laws, as well as all agency policies and procedures.

6.    Selects, trains, and develops an effective and efficient staff:

a.    Screens job applicants in Paycom, conducts interviews, checks references in collaboration with the Human Resources department, and selects applicant to recommend for hire.
b.    Establishes and communicates performance standards and objectives and conducts performance appraisals after 90-days and annually using Paycom.
c.    Promotes and monitors staff training to meet all agency requirements, certification and licensure standards.
d.    Utilizing Paycom, recommends hirings, promotions, transfers, and dismissals. 
e.    Monitors operations and staff; when necessary, recommends changes in methods, procedures, structure, and additions and changes in personnel to secure optimum utilization of resources.
f.    Communicates with staff regarding current problems, changes, and new developments in the agency by conducting periodic meetings.
g.    Administers all policies and procedures as developed by MRI; communicates to staff, interprets as necessary, and confirms compliance.
h.    Develops managers' and/or supervisors' skills, particularly in the management techniques of planning, organizing, leading, and supervising through continued coaching and feedback performance.

7.    Manages departments in compliance with agency policies and procedures and standards; plans, coordinates activities, and communicates standards to achieve and maintain the accreditation, licensure and certification.

8.    As a member of the management team, assures achievement of the agency mission by recommending agency-wide policies and procedures and administers and monitors full implementation of these policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities.

9.    Actively participates on the MRI Clinical Review Committee, Utilization Review Committee, and Safety Committee; completes and submits reports; track program metrics and use data to inform strategic decisions and communicates verbally and/or in writing recommendations for quality improvements. Maintain compliance with funding, licensing, and accreditation regulations.

10.    In conjunction with the President/CEO and other administrative staff, promotes the agency by conducting tours; public speaking engagements; and develops and provides public education.  Represents the agency in a positive manner through written and verbal communication.

11.    Assumes the responsibility to attend and complete the initial MRI training requirements (core training and job-specific training).  On an ongoing basis, attends and participates in any required recertification or refresher sessions and/or other training deemed appropriate by the President/CEO within specified time frames.

12.    Communicates, retains, and releases information (both written and verbal) on a need-to-know basis and in accordance with the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act and Macon Resources, Inc. Policies and Procedures.

13.    Practices and enforces MRI Safety Policies and Procedures and assures the safety of staff, persons/families served, agency guests, and agency property.

14.    Keeps supervisor informed verbally and in writing of problems and activities within assigned area of responsibility; refers matters beyond the limit of authority and expertise to the supervisor for direction.

15.    Perform special projects or other related work within the scope of the job responsibilities of this position as required or requested.
 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

JanPro Manager
Community Day Services Manager
Community Employment Case Manager
 

1.    Bachelors degree required. Three years work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness preferred.  

 2.    Five or more years of progressively more responsible administrative experience. This experience is preferred in leadership, business management, or public relations.

 3.    Must have a thorough knowledge of developmental disabilities, mental illness, active treatment, principles of normalization, inclusion, least restrictive environment, choice, integration, self-empowerment, behavior management/intervention; functional skill development. 

 4.    Must be able to communicate effectively and diplomatically in both oral and written form and be able to meet and work with the public.

 5.    Must be able to manage a 12-month budget.

 6.    Must be able to adapt to frequent change and performs adequately when confronted with critical or unexpected issues; make sound clinical judgments based on sound reasoning in daily and emergency situations.  

 7.    Must be able to write grant requests and develop resources. 

 8.    Must be able to apply vocational principles to set up and maintain an orderly work environment; inspect finished product; record quality and quantity information; and solve practical production problems. 

 9.    Must be able to understand job descriptions and quality control guidelines.

10.    Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

11.    Must be able to provide quality supervision to paraprofessional and professional staff.
12.    Must be able to counsel, advise, teach, resolve conflicts, and direct staff and families.

13.    Must have reliable transportation to conduct agency business and/or to transport individuals served as needed; must maintain a valid Illinois Drivers License and a good Motor Vehicle Record; and must maintain personal auto insurance with minimum coverage of Bodily Injury-Liability per Person of $100,000 and Liability per Accident of $300,000, Property Liability of $100,000; Medical payments of $5,000; and Uninsured/Underinsured Person of $100,000 and Accident of $300,000.

14.    Must be able to complete MRI training requirements.

15.    Must be able to maintain payroll, financial, personnel, and information related to persons served as confidential and in accordance with the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act and the Policies and Procedures of Macon Resources, Inc.

16.    Must be able to summarize, synthesize, and analyze data/information.

17.    Must be able to perform the following:

a.    Lift and carry 50 pounds; able to assist in lifting and/or transferring an individual who is non-ambulatory from sitting to standing; standing to lying; back to sitting from all positions.
b.    Full range of mobility:  push, pull, turn, stoop, kneel, reach, bend.
c.    Dependable vision, having visual acuity far and near and normal field of vision.
d.    Remain on feet for a minimum of two (2) hours at a time.
e.    Adequate hearing and/or functional accommodation.