Director of Program Development and Implementation - State of North Carolina : Job Details

The Director of Program Development and Implementation (DPDI) is a key member of the residential management team, overseeing the development, coordination, and delivery of formal and informal programming interventions for residents at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center. This role involves collaborating with the treatment team to assess residents' interests, strengths, and needs, and creating individualized programming plans. The DPDI evaluates the effectiveness of these plans and provides ongoing guidance and feedback. Additionally, the DPDI ensures active treatment services and supervises program specialists and the Residential Program Manager.

This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

Salary Grade: ED21; Recruitment Range: $46,200.00 - 76,128.00

Position 60048677 - Program Administration/Residential, 8 am - 5 pm, Mon-Fri, with flexibility for 2nd shift and weekend oversight and supervision.

Note: School Educator positions are based on the candidate's education level and experience. While the position is classified as School Educator II (master's level), applications from School Educator I (bachelor's level) are also accepted, matching the minimum requirements.

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, NC, is an ICF-certified facility serving individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care for citizens from 37 counties in western North Carolina. Our community fosters professional collaboration with residents of various ages and abilities.

Located just an hour from Charlotte and Asheville, our facility is nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains, near Lake James and Pisgah National Forest, offering outdoor activities and scenic beauty.

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To qualify, applicants must list all work history and credentials on the application form. The following are required:

• Bachelor's degree or higher with an active NC teaching license
• Skills in individualized educational and service planning, and outcome documentation

• Experience as a QIDP or Educator in an ICF setting
• Supervisory experience
• Thorough knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities, including training techniques for this population
• Ability to develop and evaluate person-centered services in a group setting
• Skills in managing active treatment programs according to regulations and policies
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency in Word, Microsoft Office, and Electronic Health Records

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may qualify. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant teaching area and be or be eligible for a license in one of the specified categories, and be highly qualified for EC, Elementary, or Core Area.

Degrees must be from accredited institutions. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent on pre-employment drug testing and background checks. Use of tobacco products is prohibited on our campuses. All employees must adhere to vaccination policies.

Due to high application volume, status updates are only available online. For technical issues, contact the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-###-####. For questions about this posting, contact HR at (828) ###-####.

About NC DHHS: We serve vulnerable populations and seek dedicated professionals committed to providing excellent clinical care. More information is available at NC DHHS.

Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, NCFlex benefits, paid leave, and parental leave for eligible employees.