Assistant Area Director

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Princeton Village (MA); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking an Assistant Area Director in Lowell to support the Area Director in managing administrative, clinical, programmatic and budget operations. The role includes liaison duties with state agencies and DDS staff, oversight of budgets and contracts, and supervision of area staff.

The ideal candidate will bring strong project management, supervisory experience, and knowledge of DDS regulations, with preferred familiarity with HCSIS and Meditech.

Qualifications

• At least five years of professional or managerial experience in administration or related fields.
• One year in project management, supervisory, or managerial capacity.
• Substitutions: Bachelor's degree for two years; graduate degree for three; doctorate for four.

Responsibilities

• Assist Area Director in managing area office operations.
• Coordinate budget planning, contracting, and resource allocation.
• Oversee supervision of assigned staff and ensure policy compliance.
• Collaborate with service coordinators on client-directed supports.
• Maintain liaison with DDS/ regional offices and external partners.

Skills

Project management

Supervisory experience

Budget planning

Clinical administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Graduate degree in a related field

Doctorate degree in a related field

Tools

HCSIS

Meditech

Job description

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Job Description - Assistant Area Director (260007DO)

Job Description

Description

This Position is located in Lowell

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.

The Assistant Area Director (AAD) assists the Area Director in the management of all administrative, clinical,
programmatic and budgetary operations of the area office, including acting as a liaison with sister state agencies,
community representatives, and DDS staff outside of the area. 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. This involves working with the Area Director to recommend changes
that would improve supports in a cost effective manner. The AAD 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. The AAD coordinates with area and regional staff, opportunities for individuals and
families to self-direct their supports. They 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 individuals’ support needs within their assigned allocation. The AAD is 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 has direct supervisory responsibility
for identified positions in the area, utilizing performance evaluation processes in a timely manner and ensuring 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.

The ideal candidate will have the following Preferred Qualifications at hire:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows
• Knowledge of DDS Regulations, Policies, and Practices
• Knowledge and experience with DDS process and procedures (ISP) implementation and risk management
• Experience and knowledge of DDS databases of HCSIS and Meditech.

Please Note:

This position is located in Lowell MA.

Schedule: 8:45am - 5:00pm

Days Off: Sunday/Saturday

Flexibility required to meet the needs of the area office.

About the Department of Developmental Services:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities
for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully
and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals
throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly
oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest
state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

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.

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

• Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search: https:cppdmass.gov
• Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

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For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT

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.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Aff. Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Lowell - 55 Technology Drive

Job

Community and Social Services

Agency

Department of Developmental Services

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule

Yes

Number of Openings

1

Salary

94,497.73 - 145,463.14 Yearly

Bargaining Unit : M99-Managers (EXE)

Confidential : No