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State of Montana Activities and Day Program Shift Manager in Boulder, Montana
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Intensive Behavior Center. The Intensive Behavior Center (IBC) is an intensive, short-term treatment facility for individuals who have intellectual disabilities and co-occurring mental illnesses. IBC provides an environment for building healthy, effective, and fulfilling lives so those receiving treatment can live successfully in the community after discharge. The Shift Manager is responsible for all aspects of the management of one or more assigned residential treatment units during assigned shifts including implementation of client treatment, scheduling of Direct Support Professionals, direct supervision of Direct Support Professionals, and maintaining the physical plant. This position will primarily focus on managing the client enrichment center and plan and execute the associated activities. Flexibility will be required in coverage for other Shift Managers in the residential units as needed. An ideal candidate will have management expereince and experience with Day/Activities Programs and/or Special Education background. * * Why Join DPHHS * * Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Qualifications for this Career Opportunity * * * Working knowledge of developmental, behavioral, and psychiatric disorders. * Knowledge of staffing and supervisory methods, practices and techniques in a 24 hour a day/seven day a week environment. * Effective written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to observe details and make appropriate decisions. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. * Ability to deal calmly with high stress situations. * Meet minimum qualifications: o High school diploma or equivalent. o Completion of Psychiatric Aide training. o Four years of experience providing care to individuals with developmental, behavioral or psychiatric disorders. o Two years of supervisory experience in a 24 hour a day/seven day a week facility. o Other equivalent combinations of education and related experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis. o Preferred: Shift Manager training, or successful completion of the training within six months of hire. * * * * How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Cover Letter * Resume Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. This position will be posted until filled with frequent screening of applications. Title: Activities and Day Program Shift Manager Location: Boulder Requisition ID: 24141971