Core Services Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Core Services Manager reports to the CEO and is responsible for oversight of all aspects of: Deinstitutionalization and transition services which includes the Money Follows the Person programs of Kansas and Missouri; Blind-Low Vision Services, Deaf Services, and Telecommunications Access Program (TAP) This position will supervise the staff associated with these services.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Program oversight of deinstitutionalization/transition services through service areas in Missouri and Kansas, to include Money Follows the Person (MFP)

• Understand and apply the Money Follows the Person grant process in Kansas and Missouri.

• Proper and timely financial reporting/billing/invoicing of MFP spending

• Provide technical assistance to area providers to increase community inclusion

• Supervise and counsel Independent Living Advocates in Deaf Services and Blind and Low Vision Services to include: proper documentation, 1 to 1 advocacy, peer mentoring groups, grants/funding, independent skills training, consumer assessments, group presentations and outreach.

• Supervise Telecommunications Access Program (TAP) and staff to include: Assessing consumer’s needs by addressing visual, hearing and mobility issues, demonstrating equipment, completing documentation and ordering of equipment, set up and training for consumers and follow-up.

• Regular auditing of direct staff data entries into CIL Suite database to ensure timely recording of consumers and contacts made.

• Regular and Predictable attendance.

REQUIRED SKILLS

· Must have a Bachelor’s degree

· Must have a minimum of two years management experience

PREFERRED SKILLS

· Previous work for a Center for Independent Living

· Master’s Degree

· Personal Experience with a Disability

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position supervises approximately five people

COMPETENCIES

· Knowledgeable about deinstitutionalization/transition services and MFP, to include benefits, spend-downs, housing options, etc.

· Knowledgeable about disabilities and disability related issues

· Ability to network within the community

· Above average organizational and time management skills

· Strong computer skills

· Strong written and oral communication skills

· Ability to interact personally and professionally with people on all levels

· Ability to work independently and as a member of a team to meet deadlines

Understanding of the Independent Living Philosophy