Program Specialist; Brain Injury

Program Specialist (Brain Injury)

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The Program Specialist provides leadership on required program systems, policies, and procedures, assuring the completion of outcomes, including the administration of information, evaluation, development, management, and reporting within the organization. Assists in the hiring, development, and training of staff in the implementation of an array of systems. Ensures proper standards and regulations are adhered to as required by the agency and external funding sources.

Exercises professional judgment and initiative regarding specific program and personnel needs.

• Provides a level of expertise and training in program systems, as needed.
• Provides direction, training, and coaching; conduct program reviews, provides guidance on career development.
• Trains staff in responding to internal and external data collection and reporting requests.
• Coaches staff appropriately with the goal of optimizing effort and achieving operational and fiscal goal.
• Directs and manages the activities of programs and program staff during vacancies, in conjunction with the SPD and DOS.
• Mentors and trains staff in providing outreach and creation of environments in which family, friends, and established relationships of the person served can be fostered.
• Maintains and enhances staff’s knowledge of industry issues, trends, and techniques.
• Assists in hiring staff, as necessary.
• Participates in the development and design of new program start-ups.
• Assists in developing systems and procedures for the effective and efficient operation of the division.
• Analyze systems and resolves issues in conjunction with the Sr. Program Directors, Program Directors, Nurses, and direct care staff.
• Serves as a liaison to DOS and VP regarding program/personnel related issues.
• Provides on-site support and interventions, when necessary.
• Assists in ensuring that regulatory and quality standards and procedures are adhered to.
• Assesses agency and community needs and proposes solutions.
• Assists in ensuring maintenance and safety of program.
• Fosters teamwork and leadership in work groups.
• Reviews and updates documentation in individuals’ records, program log, and program records, as required.
• Performs in-service trainings and staff meetings, as needed. Performs orientation of new staff.
• Ensures compliance with all internal and external regulatory bodies.
• Participates in corporate-wide initiatives and systems.
• Participates in professional conferences and workshops.
• Teaches classes at regional training facilities, as required.
• Represents Vinfen in professional, trade, regulatory, and funding source organizations.

• Preferred: A minimum of two years’ experience in progressively responsible human services functions.
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience may substitute for academic training.
• Driving:
  Must have a valid driver’s license and be at least 21 years old with a safe driving record.
• Physical:
  Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, lift at least 25 pounds with proper techniques.
• Certifications:
  
  CPR required within two weeks of hire;
  First Aid required within two weeks of hire; MAP required within 150 days of hire;
  Safety Care required within 90 days of hire.
• Technical:
  Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.

Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Vinfen’s 3,500 dedicated employees provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Pay Range: USD $49,420.00 per year.