STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Developmental Services Assistant Regional Residential Manager

Hybrid

Recruitment #240917-0149MP-001

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Introduction



Do you have supervisory experience in a residential program for individuals with intellectual disabilities in a direct care or clinical services setting? Are you looking to tackle a new opportunity and make a direct impact on individuals lives? If this sounds like you, we invite you to read more! 

At the State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS), we are currently recruiting to fill one full time role as a Developmental Services (DS) Assistant Regional Residential Manager based in Waterbury, CT.

What We Have To Offer!
In this role, you would be accountable for overseeing more than 120 Community Companion Homes (CCH’s) within the Private Division of DDS. The CCH Assistant Manager will assist the CCH Director by overseeing the development and implementation of policies and operational procedures for the regional CCH program. Along with other duties as needed, we will have you provide essential supervision to staff and private providers responsible for approximately 120+ Licensed CCH's, and the 130+ individuals residing in CCH's.

Position Highlights:
  • PCN 107677, hybrid schedule, first (1st) shift, 80 hours biweekly
  • Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  
  • However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.      
 You will experience the opportunity to make a difference in the public sector for the State of Connecticut! We encourage you to apply today!

Selection Plan

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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 DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.

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, certifications, certificates, 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.

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Contact Information:

If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418-6148 or Edward.Magnano@ct.gov.

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 Ethan.Ives@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for assisting the Developmental Services Regional Residential Manager in the implementation and management of programs for individuals in agency community and campus residential settings or in the development and management of contracts for private community living arrangements.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Assists in directing staff and operations of an agency program; 
  • Coordinates, plans and manages activities of an agency program consisting of community living arrangements, campus residential programs or privately contracted residential services;
  • Formulates program goals and objectives; 
  • Assists in development of policies; 
  • Schedules, assigns and reviews work of staff; 
  • Provides staff training; 
  • Ensures protection of individuals quality of life by monitoring program compliance and environmental safety issues; 
  • Assists in establishing and maintaining ICF/ID certification including developing plans of correction; 
  • Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
  • May oversee interdisciplinary team process and/or development of an overall plan of services for assigned individuals; 
  • May assist Residential Manager in developing private sector contracts and monitoring quality of service delivery; 
  • Performs related duties as required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of
    • theory and methods used in dealing with personality and emotional development problems of individuals with an intellectual disability, particularly with concerns about how these are dealt with in a residential setting; 
    • how to establish, maintain and change residential systems and programs of care for individuals including ICF requirements;
    • ancillary needs of a residential program; 
  • Knowledge of
    • and ability to apply management principles and practices; 
    • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; 
    • interdisciplinary approach to program planning; 
    • human rights of individuals with an intellectual disability;
    • scope of services provided by major disciplines including psychology, social work and medicine for individuals with an intellectual disability; 
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity in a residential program for individuals with an intellectual disability in a direct care or clinical services setting.

NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Developmental Services Residential Program Supervisor 1, Psychology Associate Specialist (RC), Developmental Specialist 2 or Developmental Services Case Manager.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in the field of Human Services, healthcare or education, including but not limited to Nursing, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, or Sociology
  • Experience with Microsoft Suite, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Powerpoint
  • Experience in a setting supporting individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities
  • Experience in a CCH Program
  • Experience with DDS budget and contract systems, financial analysis, fiscal management, managing resource allocations, and ensuring financial compliance with department standards
  • Experience with Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to residential programs, including the management of Community Companion Homes (CCH)
  • Experience in conducting audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and implementing quality assurance measures to maintain a high standard of care
  • Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized support plans and residential care programs that align with the DDS Mission Statement
  • Experience in crisis management, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and urgent intervention to ensure the safety and well-being of DDS-supported individuals

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a current license or certificate to practice the specialty in Connecticut. This requirement applies to those specialties requiring a license to practice by statute.
  • 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. 5-196 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. 




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