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Operations & Management Consultant I - Ses - 67015867
The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) works in partnership with local communities to support people with developmental disabilities in living, learning, and working in their communities. APD provides critical services and support for customers with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. The Agency serves people with spina bifida, autism, Down syndrome, children ages 3-5 at high risk of developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, Prader-Willi syndrome, Phelan-McDermid syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. There is no charge or co-payment for services provided through the Agency. Join APD's TACACHALE and be part of the team that makes a difference not just a living, impacting the lives of developmentally disabled adults! Salary Range: $40,320.81 $44,352.89 Annually $1,550.80 - $1,705.88 Bi-Weekly. The hiring salary may exceed the maximum posted salary. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent in this position possesses the authority during after-hours, weekends and holidays to perform administrative and consultative work in the identification and resolution of operational and management problems within the residential community of Tacachale (both ICF and Forensic). This work involves using independent judgement and making executive decisions as they relate to the day-to-day operations in the residential areas. Notably during these times this position is responsible for responding to and taking the lead in managing all incidents involving residents and staff, in include but not limited to taking statements and rearranging staffing to resolve conflicts and/or potential problems. Responsible for composing reports that may be used by Employee Relations to address or correct employees. Taking the lead role in assembling and disseminating incident report packets to the appropriate personnel for review on the next business day. Validates that staffing schedules are balanced and adequate in all areas utilized by residents and staff to include temporary reassignment of staff to provide coverage, ensures safety standards are met and active treatments ongoing, verifies that respectful interactions between all individuals are evident, and that the supervision and care of the residents is continuous. Conduct onsite observations of residential living areas, worksites, and activity areas. Confer with staff and management to identify problems and offer suggestions for improvement. Work in conjunction with management in formulating policies that affect employees, some of whom are bargaining unit employees. Ensure staff are compliant with performing duties in accordance with policies and procedures while maintaining a high visibility in areas to be monitored. Prepares and submits monitoring reports of findings to facility management and supervisors within 24-hours of monitoring. Reports containing time sensitive or critical information will be prepared and submitted to the recipients on the next business day. Provides daily consultation and assistance to management and staff in the day-to-day operation of service programs and responsibilities. Performs on-site analysis of operational problems of service programs and provides results to supervisor and/or facility management. Position Requirements: A valid Florida Driver's License. If hired with an out-of-state license a valid Florida State driver's license must be obtained within 30 days. Corrective Lenses Restricted license is acceptable provided the driver wears the corrective lenses while operating a state vehicle. Must be willing to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency. Must have a high school diploma. Must have at least three (3) years of supervisory/management experience. Must demonstrate total commitment to outstanding customer service. This includes, but is not limited to, acting in a responsive, professional, courteous manner with the employees, customers and public we serve at all times. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to use a telephone, computer, fax machine and copy machine. Use problem-solving techniques. Work independently. Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Communicate effectively. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Perform day-to-day job functions and specialized training activities such as Prevention and Safety Strategies (P.A.S.S.) and Cario-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Use proper body mechanics. Lift up to 40 pounds. Squat. Get down on knees.
The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) works in partnership with local communities to support people with developmental disabilities in living, learning, and working in their communities. APD provides critical services and support for customers with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. The Agency serves people with spina bifida, autism, Down syndrome, children ages 3-5 at high risk of developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, Prader-Willi syndrome, Phelan-McDermid syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. There is no charge or co-payment for services provided through the Agency. Join APD's TACACHALE and be part of the team that makes a difference not just a living, impacting the lives of developmentally disabled adults! Salary Range: $40,320.81 $44,352.89 Annually $1,550.80 - $1,705.88 Bi-Weekly. The hiring salary may exceed the maximum posted salary. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent in this position possesses the authority during after-hours, weekends and holidays to perform administrative and consultative work in the identification and resolution of operational and management problems within the residential community of Tacachale (both ICF and Forensic). This work involves using independent judgement and making executive decisions as they relate to the day-to-day operations in the residential areas. Notably during these times this position is responsible for responding to and taking the lead in managing all incidents involving residents and staff, in include but not limited to taking statements and rearranging staffing to resolve conflicts and/or potential problems. Responsible for composing reports that may be used by Employee Relations to address or correct employees. Taking the lead role in assembling and disseminating incident report packets to the appropriate personnel for review on the next business day. Validates that staffing schedules are balanced and adequate in all areas utilized by residents and staff to include temporary reassignment of staff to provide coverage, ensures safety standards are met and active treatments ongoing, verifies that respectful interactions between all individuals are evident, and that the supervision and care of the residents is continuous. Conduct onsite observations of residential living areas, worksites, and activity areas. Confer with staff and management to identify problems and offer suggestions for improvement. Work in conjunction with management in formulating policies that affect employees, some of whom are bargaining unit employees. Ensure staff are compliant with performing duties in accordance with policies and procedures while maintaining a high visibility in areas to be monitored. Prepares and submits monitoring reports of findings to facility management and supervisors within 24-hours of monitoring. Reports containing time sensitive or critical information will be prepared and submitted to the recipients on the next business day. Provides daily consultation and assistance to management and staff in the day-to-day operation of service programs and responsibilities. Performs on-site analysis of operational problems of service programs and provides results to supervisor and/or facility management. Position Requirements: A valid Florida Driver's License. If hired with an out-of-state license a valid Florida State driver's license must be obtained within 30 days. Corrective Lenses Restricted license is acceptable provided the driver wears the corrective lenses while operating a state vehicle. Must be willing to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency. Must have a high school diploma. Must have at least three (3) years of supervisory/management experience. Must demonstrate total commitment to outstanding customer service. This includes, but is not limited to, acting in a responsive, professional, courteous manner with the employees, customers and public we serve at all times. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to use a telephone, computer, fax machine and copy machine. Use problem-solving techniques. Work independently. Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Communicate effectively. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Perform day-to-day job functions and specialized training activities such as Prevention and Safety Strategies (P.A.S.S.) and Cario-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Use proper body mechanics. Lift up to 40 pounds. Squat. Get down on knees.