Developmental Services Assistant Regional Residential Manager

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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.

• 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. 

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.

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.