Assistant Area Director

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Lowell Area Office is seeking experienced and highly motivated candidates for the position of Assistant Area Director (AAD). The Assistant Area Director will assist in the management of all administrative, clinical, programmatic and budgetary operations of the Area Office.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• As a member of the Area Management Team, the AAD works with area staff and providers to develop new residential, day and support programs, and to shape and monitor existing programs to better meet individual's needs.
• Works with the Area Director to recommend changes that would improve supports in a cost-effective manner.
• Participates in budget planning and contracting activities with the Area Director, including assisting with needed contract changes throughout the fiscal year and working with the Regional Contracts Office as needed.
• Coordinates, with area and regional staff, opportunities for individuals and families to self-direct their supports.
• Work directly with Service Coordinators to support their work with individuals and families in the Participant Directed Program and Agency with Choice options, approving allocations and developing budgets to support plans that meet individual's support needs within their assigned allocation.
• Participates as an active member of the Area Risk Review Committee and provides supports and assistance in managing crisis situations, provides support around clinical issues, and works with staff to resolve conflict.
• The AAD directly supervises staff, utilizes performance evaluation processes in a timely manner and ensures that the work environment is maintained consistent with negotiated labor contract and EOHHS policy. This includes providing or arranging for on-going training and development as needed. The AAD provides indirect supervision as needed to all area staff.
• Acts as a liaison with sister state agencies, community representatives, and DDS staff outside of the area.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows
• Knowledge of DDS Regulations, Policies and Practices
• Experience and knowledge of DDS databases including HCSIS and Meditech

About the Agency:

The Department of Developmental Services is dedicated to creating, in partnership with others, innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in, and contribute to, their communities as valued members.

Total Compensation:

As an employee of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts you are offered a great career opportunity influencing a wide-spectrum of services to the diverse populations we serve - but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including:

• 75% state paid medical insurance premium

• Reasonable Dental and Vision Plans

• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs

• Low cost basic and optional life insurance

• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• 11 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation and Personal Time

• Tuition Benefit for employee and spouse at state colleges and universities

• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options

• Incentive-based Wellness Programs

• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities

• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check (CORI) will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. In addition, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, An Act Requiring National Background Checks, requires the Department of Developmental Services to conduct fingerprint-based check of the state and national criminal history databases on the recommended candidate. For more information, please visit:

http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori and https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

If you have concerns or questions about this posting you may call Employment and Staffing at 978-774-5000

Qualifications
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.
IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Official Title: Administrator VI Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Lowell - 55 Technology Drive Job: Administrative Services Agency: Department of Developmental Services Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job Posting: Jan 14, 2021, 2:17:46 PM Number of Openings: 1 Salary: 41,017.08 - 117,685.92 Yearly If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Frances Nwajei - 6176247782 Bargaining Unit: M99-Managers (EXE) Confidential: Yes