Director of service development and support office / on - site
IntroductionDo you have experience in the provision of human service or education programs? Are you looking to tackle a leadership role? If this sounds like you, then we invite you to check out this exciting opportunity to join our team!At the State of Connecticut , Department of Developmental Services (DDS), West Region, we are seeking a talented and qualified individual to join our team as a Developmental Services Director of Service Development & Support ! What We Have To Offer! To work for a Forbes top company:
'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule 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 work-life balance Your role as a Developmental Services Director of Service Development & Support :
This role is essential to meeting the health and safety needs of individuals living within their own and/or familys homes, Public Settings, Private Settings, Community Companion Homes, and Alternative Settings.
Along with other duties as needed, we will have you; Direct staff and operations including c oordinating, planning and managing unit activities Formulate program goals and objectives Develop or assist in the development of related policy Position Highlights Based in Danbury but will have responsibilities throughout the West Region, requiring travel to Norwalk, Stratford, Torrington and Waterbury Full-time 40 hours/weekly Schedule:
Monday through Friday, first (1st) shift position However, work flexibility is needed in order to meet the needs of the agency We encourage you to continue your career with us and apply today ! Selection PlanApplication ProcessThis 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 email protected .
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 ProcessThis 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.
Contact InformationIf 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 (860) 418-6148 or email protected .
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 email protected .
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for directing and managing program and service development efforts of the department.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Directs staff and operations of a major unit intended to advance agency mission; Coordinates, plans and manages unit activities; Formulates program goals and objectives; Develops or assists in development of related policy; Interprets and administers applicable statutes and regulations; Evaluates staff; Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of the agency who might impact program activities; Ensures development of resources necessary to conduct training programs and provide technical assistance in implementing services; Manages accounting and funding for major unit; Works closely with regional and training school directors and assistant directors in service development, planning and implementation; Develops budget components related to staff and service development activities, projecting costs of implementing programs; Monitors and evaluates departmental implementation of programs and services to determine need for additional resources, training or support; 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; training and development principles, methods and techniques; Knowledge of current trends and practices regarding provision of integrated, supportive community based services to individuals with intellectual disabilities; state, private and community human service programs particularly those which provide services to individuals with intellectual disabilities or services needed by individuals with intellectual disabilities to function in the community.
Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Considerable organizational and administrative ability; Considerable ability to develop action plans to implement executive program priorities; plan, organize, direct and effectively coordinate and evaluate all program and staff development activities of department; direct and manage process of determining staff development goals and objectives based on department new program initiatives; Minimum Qualifications - General ExperienceEight (8) years of experience in the provision of human service or education programs.
Minimum Qualifications - Special ExperienceTwo (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity with primary responsibility for planning, developing or coordinating services or programs.
Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelors degree.
A Masters degree in public administration or a behavioral science such as psychology, rehabilitation therapy or social work may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
Preferred Qualifications Experience developing a nd managing request for proposals (RFPs) and contracts to support the department and various DDS initiatives Experience with the DDS individual budget system, cost guidelines, contracts, and individual budget authorizations Experience conducting stakeholder outreach and working with state, private and community human service programs which provide services to individuals with intellectual disabilities Experience using a quality monitoring system to assess the effectiveness of supports and assure desired results are being achieved for individuals supported; and if not, developing a plan to address unmet needs Experience with current trends and practices regarding the provision of integrated, supportive community-based services to persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities Experience assessing and working with individuals and families in crisis Experience in communicating leadership priorities to staff responsible for implementation Experience in communicating business needs and requirements to technical support teams Experience extracting data and running reports that track several lists of individuals with different goals and outcomes Experience supervising, training, directing staff, and conflict resolution in various Unions and professional levels Experience with LifeCourse Ambassador, LifeCourse materials, implementation, and training Experience public speaking 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.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTAs 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.
Recommended Skills Administration Business Requirements Communication Conflict Resolution Developmental Disabilities Federal Laws Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule 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 work-life balance Your role as a Developmental Services Director of Service Development & Support :
This role is essential to meeting the health and safety needs of individuals living within their own and/or familys homes, Public Settings, Private Settings, Community Companion Homes, and Alternative Settings.
Along with other duties as needed, we will have you; Direct staff and operations including c oordinating, planning and managing unit activities Formulate program goals and objectives Develop or assist in the development of related policy Position Highlights Based in Danbury but will have responsibilities throughout the West Region, requiring travel to Norwalk, Stratford, Torrington and Waterbury Full-time 40 hours/weekly Schedule:
Monday through Friday, first (1st) shift position However, work flexibility is needed in order to meet the needs of the agency We encourage you to continue your career with us and apply today ! Selection PlanApplication ProcessThis 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 email protected .
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 ProcessThis 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.
Contact InformationIf 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 (860) 418-6148 or email protected .
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 email protected .
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for directing and managing program and service development efforts of the department.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Directs staff and operations of a major unit intended to advance agency mission; Coordinates, plans and manages unit activities; Formulates program goals and objectives; Develops or assists in development of related policy; Interprets and administers applicable statutes and regulations; Evaluates staff; Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of the agency who might impact program activities; Ensures development of resources necessary to conduct training programs and provide technical assistance in implementing services; Manages accounting and funding for major unit; Works closely with regional and training school directors and assistant directors in service development, planning and implementation; Develops budget components related to staff and service development activities, projecting costs of implementing programs; Monitors and evaluates departmental implementation of programs and services to determine need for additional resources, training or support; 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; training and development principles, methods and techniques; Knowledge of current trends and practices regarding provision of integrated, supportive community based services to individuals with intellectual disabilities; state, private and community human service programs particularly those which provide services to individuals with intellectual disabilities or services needed by individuals with intellectual disabilities to function in the community.
Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Considerable organizational and administrative ability; Considerable ability to develop action plans to implement executive program priorities; plan, organize, direct and effectively coordinate and evaluate all program and staff development activities of department; direct and manage process of determining staff development goals and objectives based on department new program initiatives; Minimum Qualifications - General ExperienceEight (8) years of experience in the provision of human service or education programs.
Minimum Qualifications - Special ExperienceTwo (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity with primary responsibility for planning, developing or coordinating services or programs.
Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelors degree.
A Masters degree in public administration or a behavioral science such as psychology, rehabilitation therapy or social work may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
Preferred Qualifications Experience developing a nd managing request for proposals (RFPs) and contracts to support the department and various DDS initiatives Experience with the DDS individual budget system, cost guidelines, contracts, and individual budget authorizations Experience conducting stakeholder outreach and working with state, private and community human service programs which provide services to individuals with intellectual disabilities Experience using a quality monitoring system to assess the effectiveness of supports and assure desired results are being achieved for individuals supported; and if not, developing a plan to address unmet needs Experience with current trends and practices regarding the provision of integrated, supportive community-based services to persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities Experience assessing and working with individuals and families in crisis Experience in communicating leadership priorities to staff responsible for implementation Experience in communicating business needs and requirements to technical support teams Experience extracting data and running reports that track several lists of individuals with different goals and outcomes Experience supervising, training, directing staff, and conflict resolution in various Unions and professional levels Experience with LifeCourse Ambassador, LifeCourse materials, implementation, and training Experience public speaking 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.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTAs 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.
Recommended Skills Administration Business Requirements Communication Conflict Resolution Developmental Disabilities Federal Laws Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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