Day Support Services Coordinator - DD/ID Vocational Day Support Director
Alexandria City
·2 days ago
- Salary
- $92k – $115k/yr
- Location
- Alexandria, VA, VA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Customer Service
- Seniority
- Director
- Education
- Master
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description

Day Support Services Coordinator
DD/ID Vocational Day Support Director
The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter square miles in the city have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Day Support Services Coordinator – DD/ID Vocational Day Support Director position.
The Opportunity
The DaySupportServicesDirector isresponsibleforsupervisingtheday-to-dayadministrative andclinicaloperationsof DaySupportServices foradultswith mental illness, intellectual disabilities,and/orsubstanceabuseproblems, whichincludevocational/pre-vocational,family support,job placement and sheltered employment.Thework consists of program planning, developmentand implementation,aswellasdirect participationin therapeuticprogram activities.Anemployeeinthisclassalsosupervisesthedesignandimplementationofindividual written rehabilitation plans.
What You Should Bring
The ideal candidate should have considerable knowledge of best practice crisis response and assessment services. Extensive knowledge of clinical supervision of other professional and paraprofessional staff, knowledge of the system of care in the City of Alexandria, and knowledge of best practice approaches to crisis management. Advanced knowledge of current treatment interventions for individuals who have a mental illness and/or co-occurring substance use disorder, psychopharmacology, and crisis intervention.
- Develops, implements, and monitors compliance with Day Support Services program policies and procedures as well as licensing regulations;
- Develops long-range program plans and participates in program reviews and evaluations;
- Makes recommendations for program changes and implements changes as indicated;
- Participates in various interdisciplinary meetings to review and evaluate client progress and plan future treatment goals;
- Oversees adherence to regulatory guidelines and third-party agency requirements to ensure full program compliance;
- Develops and implements new day support services;
- Provides clinical and administrative supervision to Day Support Services staff, volunteers and students;
- Supervises and approves the implementation of all individual written rehabilitation support plans;
- Reviews and approvals of all personnel actions expenditures requisitions, contracts and reports;
- Supervises and coordinates employment and day support services with individual therapists, case managers, and other stakeholders;
- Prepares a variety of program reports for City stakeholders, DBHDS, and the Community Services Board;
- Interviews new clients referred to the Day Support Program, assesses client status and determines suitability of each referral;
- Assists with budget preparation, review and monitoring;
- Maintains program billing and budget, work with ID/DD Director to identify billing trends and ways to maximize revenue;
- Completes and supervises the completion of performance evaluations for Day Support Services staff;
- Conducts and attends administrative, staff and other meetings;
- Coordinates and approves the purchase of equipment and supplies;
- Provides information about the programs to community groups and communicates program goals, objectives and needs;
- Directs the establishment and maintenance of a data reporting system to provide information for the evaluation and administration of the program;
- Provides crisis intervention services to program clients;
- Monitors the use of contractual services;
- Interprets Federal, State and other licensing policies and regulations;
- Establishes and maintains liaison with other employment and training programs, agencies, employment sites, and resources;
- Writes, updates program descriptions according to best practice standards;
- Prepares program for various accreditations;
- Monitors program productivity, and staff productivity;
- Reviews clinical records, including support plans, quarterlies, and assessments;
- Works with MCD maintenance team to ensure the cleanliness and regulatory compliance of suite;
- Performs related work as required.
About Our Department
The Center for Adult Services (CAS) provides programs and services in Aging; Adult Protective Services; Clinical & Emergency Services; and Community & Residential Support Services for seniors and for persons with mental illness, intellectual disabilities and substance use disorders. CAS provides compassionate and effective person-centered services based on best practices. Our teams support self-determination, safety and recovery for Alexandria residents affected by abuse, neglect, mental illness, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse disorders.
Four Year College Degree; Considerable experience working in day support programs for persons with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities or substance abuse, in a an administrative, supervisory capacity. Some program management skills along with supervisory skills, budgeting and money management.Master's Degree; At least one year of clinical and administrative supervisory experience providing intellectual and/or developmental disability services and knowledge of intellectual disability employment models. Must have a valid driver’s license.
This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to: FBI/Federal Records Check; VA State Child Abuse/Neglect Registry; Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Database; Verification of education/certifications; and Driver's license.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, hours TBD.