Personal Care Management Program Operations Manager Position Available In Norfolk, Massachusetts

Personal Care Management Program Operations Manager 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Stoughton, MA 02072 Tempus Unlimited, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides community-based services to empower children and adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the least restrictive environment. The agency, through its programs and services, encourages the inclusion of people with disabilities into the mainstream of society, including social, recreational, family and work activities.

Position Overview:

The PCM Program Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing that all PCM administrative, referral, intake and orientation, consumer support, and functional skills training, and Issue Focused contractual requirements are met. This role supports and empowers PCM Supervisors with knowledge to lead their teams to success with high quality. The PCM Contractor responsibilities are outlined in Section 2.1, except for Section D. Evaluations, Re-evaluations. This position is part of the Community Services Leadership and the Health and Safety Committee. Essential Functions Oversee and manage training and retraining regarding the PCA Program and how to conduct skills training including how best to identify issues and how best to resolve issues. Oversee and support the PCM Administrative processes with the required recordkeeping, including Consumer records, Prior Authorization records, FST records, I+O Session records, Evaluations, Reevaluation, Service agreement, Consumer Assessment to Manage, Surrogate/AP Assessment to Manage, etc. Oversee the quality management principles using a systematic approach to improving processes and outcomes through the application of continuous quality improvement principles. Ensure the annual satisfaction survey is sent out and results reported on the PCM quarterly report. Support the PCM Referral and Consumer Support Supervisor with the oversight of the Communication Systems. Work together with the PCM Issue Focused Supervisor to handle incoming phone calls. Oversee and empower PCM Supervisors so that the PCM Contractual and timeline requirements are clear regarding referral, intake, and comprehensive skills training. Oversee and clearly present how best to document skills training, administrative requests, and manage skills training requests. Provide guidance and empower PCM supervisors to review individual consumer issues and provide direction to the appropriate best next steps according to contractual knowledge. Assist in training to keep issues simple and clear, and act in accordance with the MH Regulations and PCM contract and appropriate amendments. Oversee the Issue Focused Skills Training services, and monitor outcomes of the FST being requested by the FI, MH or as determined by our PCM Skills Training staff and supervisors, using batch Skills Training in Zuke. Assist in completing the EOHHS required PCM quarterly report, and responses to other reports/requests provided by EOHHS. Use Zuke reporting to monitor quality and performance and identify areas for improvement. Assist PCM Supervisors to oversee and monitor the workload of all referral, intake, quarterly, annual and consumer support/issues skills training staff, and monitor the ratio of consumer to staff. Oversee and empower PCM program staff leadership to resolve inquiries from MassHealth, SCO, One Care, PACE or CCM, and process responses in accordance with rules, contracts and PCM regulations. Provide support to PCM supervisors to offer direct staff coaching when oversight is necessary due to staff performance. Monitor and support staff performance issues in the most timely manner. Participate in monthly PCM meetings relating to administration and skills training and communication with other departments, as needed. Assist with the review and update of all PCM documented standard operating procedures, to ensure efficiencies and adherence to regulations. Provide updates to Director of Community Services for final approval. Oversee the update of Skills Training Handbook, and also the PCM Consumer handbook. Work with PCM trainer and other staff to create and continually update a centralized training site. Oversee the PCM termination process, along with PCM Clinical manager. Refer all records requests to the TU Keeper of Records, and include Director of Community Services. Contribute and provide required reporting to EOHHS. Oversee best practices to conform with HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules. Oversee that forms that are used by community staff are well stocked and that all required documents are mailed out as contract states. This role is a Mandated Reporter. Must report all suspected fraud to your Supervisor or Program Director Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Program Director Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, skills, abilities A Degree in Human services or related field. At least three year’s direct experience and knowledge of

MASSHEALTH PCA

Program. Attention to detail required, in a supervisory role. Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office/Outlook/Excel and the ability to navigate database. Medical knowledge helpful. Professional telephone manner, computer database skills, familiarity with office procedures and equipment. Excellent, interpersonal, communication, organization and writing skills. This position requires the utmost cooperation in providing a positive environment to create a productive workplace. Benefits Tempus Unlimited offers great benefits that foster a happy fulfilling human work experience. We also have an array of growth opportunities for our employees to develop your career and enhance your experience. Sign on bonus Referral bonus Work/Life Balance

• flexible work schedules Paid time off
• 25 days per year for full time staff 14 paid Holidays Tempus Wellness
• Medical, Dental, Dependent Care Reimbursement, FSA and HSA Basic Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability On-site gym (Stoughton Location) and wellness initiatives Annual Reviews with merit based increases Employee Recognition Program Financial Wellness
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with matching Continuing Education, Training and Advancement opportunities Work Authorization/Security Clearance All offers of employment made by Tempus Unlimited are contingent upon satisfactory background check results.

Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at the agency in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. From time to time, these checks may be conducted on current employees to ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations and contracts. EEO Statement Equal Employment Opportunity is a fundamental principle at Tempus Unlimited, Inc. where employment from recruiting through the end of employment is based upon professional capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability or any other characteristic as established by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.