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The Arc of Opportunity Division Director of Nursing in Fitchburg, Massachusetts
$5000 Sign On Bonus for New Hires!
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (40 hr/week)
Make a Difference at The Arc of Opportunity!
 The Arc of Opportunity is a civil and human rights movement, supporting individuals with disabilities and their families in North Central MA. You will be joining a network of over 600 national state and local chapters committed to providing the best quality of life through our multitude of programs, services, and opportunities. We believe that ever employee is invaluable and encourage their personal and professional growth. With excellent salary and benefits, including generous paid time off, we prioritize the well-being of our staff.
What Programs Does the Division Director of Nurse Case Management Oversee?
The Division Director of Nurse Case Management supervises a team of nurses within our Residential Programs, Day Habilitation, and Adult Foster Care. Below are descriptions of the programs:
Residential Program: With 13 residential programs, our community home offer models serving 4-5 individuals in a continuously supported and staffed environment, ensuring individuals are encouraged and offered opportunities to become valued members of the community.
Day Habilitation: Mass Health-funded medical modeled program that focuses on a variety of therapy combined with clinical supports that creates an environment that inspires personal growth and development for each of our participating individuals.
Adult Foster Care (AFC) Program: a medicaid-funded initiative that enables individuals with disabilities to live with caring providers in a safe and nurturing environment. The program provides comprehensive case management and nursing oversight.
What Does the Division Director of Nurse Case Management Do?
(Full list of responsibilities can be found here (https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRf9lEaIL5shMW3psYSDNlGS4sm0-NtSBQMHQ5srNnVs3Fwd_MUs0EgBkqyy2rMebhtI1PDiQj2xwNi/pub) )
Lead nursing functions across the organization
Provide direction and consultative support to team members and program leadership.
Build and execute outcome-based training programs to ensure quality of medical and nursing care
Develops nursing and healthcare policies and procedures that comply with all regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
Lead Healthcare Committee, participate in meetings and initiatives to enhance service delivery; serves as member of PBS Leadership Team and other committees as assigned.
Why Work for The Arc?
We understand the importance of a work-life balance and offer a flexible schedule within a Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm framework. Taking time off when needed is encouraged, ensuring you can maintain a healthy work-life integration. We offer comprehensive benefits packages such as 12 Paid holidays, $5000 Sign-On Bonus, vacation & sick time, paid training, 401k, health and dental insurance, employee assistance program, financial wellness program etc.
Qualifications:
Registered Nurse, registered with the MA Board of Registration in Nursing required
BSN required, MSN preferred
Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in a community health setting with at two years of supervisory experience
Prior experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities
and/or acquired brain injury
The Arc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply and/or interview for a job, they may request it orally or in writing through the VP of Human Resources.
Competencies: Nursing Supervision, Medical Issue Guidance, Case Management, Oversight, Medication Administration Program (MAP)
Monday-Friday 8am-4pm