Director of Residential Supports

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is excited to offer an excellent opportunity for career growth in our Metro Residential Services (MRS) division. We are seeking a dedicated, organized, and compassionate individual to fill the role of Director of Residential Supports (DRS). The DRS manages a cluster of group homes within the Metro Region, overseeing all aspects of the programs. They are responsible for assuring excellence in services and supports for all individuals residing in the homes they oversee.

The responsibilities of the DRS cover many scopes, including some of the following:

• Environmental and maintenance

• Community

• Financial

• Individualized Support Plans (ISP) and clinical services

• Training and supervision

• Human rights/dignity

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of budgets, financial management, and auditing

• Knowledge or reporting techniques and spreadsheet design

• Strong ability to monitor quality of supports and develop evaluation tools

• Strong supervisory skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong ability to advocate for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities

• Experience working in a culturally diverse environment

• Knowledge of and experience working within DDS policies and regulations

Please Note: This is a full-time, 40 hours per-week position.

Shift: 8:30AM-5PM

Days Off: Saturday and Sunday

Flexibility required to meet the needs of the Region.

About the Department of Developmental Services:
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Pre-Hire Process:

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

· Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines