Director of Healthcare Services- Adult Services

Are you eager to dive into the dynamic world of developmental disabilities and make a real impact? Get ready to take center stage as Director of Healthcare Services in our Adult Services Division!

Get Ready to Transform: Your Role in Action:

• Coordinate and ensure the quality of healthcare services provided to individuals served.
• Maintain knowledge of individuals served, including significant medical history, current medical problems, current medications, and baseline behaviors and presentation.
• Assist/advise administrative and direct care staff to ensure all individuals receive primary, preventive, and rehabilitative healthcare as needed, including support services (e.g. VNA, Hospice, etc.)
• Oversee special equipment use. Obtains orders for equipment as needed.
• Healthcare liaison to parents/guardians, May Institute employees, external healthcare providers, pharmacies, medical supply companies, and regulatory agencies (DDS, MassHealth, etc.) as needed.
• Develop and maintain systems to ensure accuracy and thoroughness of all healthcare services.
• Manage the Center’s infection control program.
• Provide ongoing training and in-services to May Institute employees.
• Serve as a first aid and health information resource for staff and individuals.
• Coordinate and provides training to staff on MDPH’s Medication Administration Program (MAP).
• Maintain certification as a MAP trainer.
• Obtain and maintain MA controlled substance registrations (MCSR) from MDPH for each residence.
• Oversee and maintain the medication occurrence reporting system.
• Assist/advise the administrator on new admissions.
• Coordinate yearly pharmacy reviews for all programs.
• Supervise nursing staff at residences (in MA and NH) and Day Habilitation Programs.
• Provide telephone consultation services during shift.
• Participate in and coordinate administrative on call weekend responsibilities on a rotating basis.

Your Skills and Talents: A Winning Combination!

• Current RN license in MA.
• Minimum of 5 years’ related work experience.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or commensurate experience.
• Previous medication teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license.

Unlock the aMAYzingness: Why This role! 

• Generous Paid Time Off: Dive into relaxation with ample vacation time, 10 paid holidays, and 19 PTO days to start. Plus, celebrate your birthday with a floating holiday just for you! 
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Stay covered with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance. 
• Investing in Your Growth: Level up your skills with paid training and certification opportunities. 
• Support When You Need It: Access confidential support and guidance through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 
• Financial Flexibility: Enjoy benefits such as a dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), LTD and STD insurance coverage options, and voluntary benefit choices. 
• Investing in Your Education: Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance programs. 
• Secure Your Future: Plan for retirement with confidence through our 403B retirement plan with employer match.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of transformation? Join us and let’s make a difference together!

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