Program Director

Job DescriptionJob Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Overall administration and management responsibility for Advantage Care Group.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for the supervision of the Advantage Care Group staff, including scheduling and grievances.

2. Establishes, implements and maintains systems for all Advantage Care Group functions.

3. Reviews and expedites purchasing and personnel requests.

4. Responsible for all the Advantage Care Group statistics and reports.

5. Responsible for maintaining directives to Advantage Care Group and assuring compliance with DHS 3800 Regulations and Advantage Care Groups policies and practices.

6. Responsible for the safety and protection of the clients, in accordance with PA DHS 3800 Regulations.
7. Responsible for accurate and timely reporting of all Payroll data.


POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

M.S.W. in Social Work preferred, BA or BS required.


Minimum Experience

2 years in administration or Human Services

All candidates must pass a required background check as outlined in The Background Check Policy in regards to Clearances, NSOR and Certifications mandated by the State Department of Human Services, Federal guidelines, and possess a valid Drivers License.

Knowledge of computers and word processing software such as MS Word, Excel, and Office.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Working environment is generally favorable; there is the potential for adverse and/or hazardous events related to working with the youth. Advantage Care Group is located in a private community setting.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position may require lifting up to 10 lbs. and intermittent sitting, standing, bending and walking; requires good visual and auditory acuity for monitoring youth behavior. In an emergency, employee must be able to physically respond and assist in the evacuation or rescue, bend, lift, run or walk swiftly in order to intervene in a combative situation(s) to protect fellow employees or other youth from the threat of harm or actual harm at the hands of youth. Must have the ability to administer First Aid and CPR.


SPECIAL TRAINING/SKILLS
Thorough understanding of age, cognition, and developmental stages of school age children. Effective communication skills and ability to quickly form trusting relationships with child/adolescent population. Attend and participate in all in-service training programs.

SPECIFICATIONS
The general nature and level of work being performed are contained in this job description. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. This job description does not state or imply that the duties described herein are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment or promise, nor does it create an implied duty or contractual obligation. It is simply an overview of the job responsibilities to be performed. All employment at ADVANTAGE CARE GROUP is at will. This means that either the employee or ADVANTAGE CARE GROUP has the right to terminate the employment relationship with or without cause and with or without notice.

SPECIAL TRAINING/SKILLS
Prospective staff must demonstrate a thorough understanding of age, cognition, and developmental stages of school age children. Effective communication skills and ability to quickly form trusting relationships with child/adolescent population. Attend and participate in all in-service training programs.

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