PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
At the Southbury Training School the class is responsible for the total administration of the training school and for all phases of both residential and non-residential programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general direction of the Commissioner of Developmental Services or designated official.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Directs the activities of all employees, usually substantial in number, through intermediate supervisors, establishing programs, coordinating activities and evaluating results.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Presides at administrative conferences with department and unit heads to formulate and develop agency policies and priorities; approves programs and procedures and directs the execution of programs and implementation of policies; confers with relatives and professional consultants regarding individuals and ensures conformance of all activities and procedures with statutory laws governing individuals with intellectual disabilities; directs and coordinates programs for residential and day services for individuals with intellectual disabilities; prepares budgets and plans building needs in conference with department heads and Commissioner; works with parent groups and other community agencies to coordinate services within the region and to advocate for individuals with intellectual disabilities; coordinates services related to a variety of federal programs; responsible for effective personnel programs and the uniform administration of union contracts; does related work as required.
APPOINTMENT
In accordance with Section 19a-447 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Director of each Training School shall be appointed by the Commissioner of Developmental Services, and shall be removable in the same manner. The Director shall be a trained administrator of services and facilities engaged in the care, custody, treatment and training of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Each Director shall be subject to the direction of the Commissioner of Developmental Services and shall be responsible for the operation and the administration of the training school.
JOB CLASS DESIGNATION
Unclassified
OCCUPATIONAL GROUP
(25)-Patient and Inmate Care
BARGAINING UNIT
(02)-MANAGERIAL
EEO
(1)-Officials And Administrators
SALARY INFORMATION
MP 73
CANCELLATION CLAUSE
The replaces the existing specification for the class of Developmental Services Training School Director in Salary Group MP 73 effective January 15, 1988. Action No. 19-018
EFFECTIVE DATE
10/18/2019
CLASS: 5691MP;
EST: ;
REV: 10/25/2019;