PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR I DD PLAN REVIEWER

GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Developmental Disabilities Administration, 1401 Severn Street, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

This position will monitor and assess the quality of services provided to individuals with Developmental Disabilities residing and working with community providers in the Central Maryland Region. It will provide consultation to existing providers and prospective provider agencies on staffing ratios, implementation of person-centered plans, self-directed supports, and quality of life improvement. The position will recommend and assist the team director, Deputy Director, and Regional Director in planning for current and future needs with the service delivery system. It will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of an assigned team and serve as the immediate line supervisor of CSP II and CSP III, overseeing and directing subordinates in the completion of assigned work activities. The role may involve public speaking and community appearances to outline current trends, resource availability, and improvement strategies, as well as guidance during case resolution conferences. The position will work directly with stakeholders to coordinate placements for forensic, court, emergency, and nursing home populations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nursing, social work, psychology, education, counseling, or a related field. Experience: Six years of professional experience in health services, with at least three years in Developmental Disabilities professional work related to treatment and development of developmentally disabled clients, and two years at the managerial or supervisory level.

NOTES

Candidates may substitute a Master’s degree or a Doctorate degree in a health or human services field from an accredited college or university for up to two years of the required general experience. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in another field plus an additional year of professional experience in health services for the required education. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Health Services Administration specialty codes in the health related field on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience navigating community resources. Experience/knowledge of person-centered planning. Excellent communication skills. Experience assessing service needs. Experience evaluating support plans for compliance with state regulations. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or MD TTY Relay Service View phone number on click.appcast.io. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland