Program Manager

REPORTS TO: CEO POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Program Assistants/Respite Service Providers/Skills Trainers SUMMARY Manages the administration, budget, and program functions under the supervision of the CEO. QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: BA/BS degree with major coursework in social work, psychology, therapeutic recreation, adapted physical/special education or related human service field with a minimum of three years of experience working in day or residential programs serving persons with disabilities. A Master's degree in a related field qualifies as two years of the experience criteria. Language Ability: Must possess ability to read, write and understand English. Strong oral and written communication skills are a must. Must have ability to present information with clarity to all stakeholders. Math Ability: Knowledge and ability to work with mathematical and accounting concepts to support managerial decisions and budget development and budget control. Computer Skills: Must have intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook as well as other programs as needed in the SAIL program. Driving Skills: Must possess a valid CDL and have clean driving record as well as operate a vehicle in good working order for employee transportation. Must have proof of ongoing auto insurance on personal vehicle. COMPETENCIES Is punctual and dependable Provides excellent internal and external customer service Must work in an ethical and professional manner Demonstrates professionalism with a respect and sensitivity to differences Quality and Quantity of work reflects accuracy, thoroughness and timeliness Has strong interpersonal skills that include responding well to supervision Must be able to work collaboratively at all levels within the organization Must be able to work independently Must possess general knowledge of developmental and physical disabilities; individual/group instruction techniques, behavioral and medical knowledge associated with given disabilities such as seizure activity, practice of correct lifting, positioning and transferring techniques, behavior modification techniques, documentation procedures and have ability to remain calm in high stress situations Has demonstrated supervisory skills including delegation, adaptability, initiative and team work Must maintain First Aid and CPR certificates Has analytical and problem solving skills Is flexible, supports the change management process and demonstrates business acumen OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS Responsible for overall planning, organizing, implementing daily program operations Maintains business relations with funding, licensing, accreditation bodies and other regulatory bodies Maintains proper and effective communication with Chief Operating Officer ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures management report systems and consumer documentation is accurate and current Ensures that the program billing is completed accurately and submitted in accordance with UCP and funding source requirements Implement all policies and procedures including: Consumers Personnel including the Employee Handbook Administration Emergency Procedures Financial Policies Information Technology Policies Attends and participates in all staff and administrative meetings SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the oversight of staff relative to the implementation of individual consumer plans Provides staff management and supervision including: Hiring Training Feedback and progressive discipline Evaluations Maintain a safe and secure work environment, etc. CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of individual consumer plans (including correlation with other agency plans) Ensures program facility is maintained in a clean and safe manner Monitor and maintain safety and health procedures May provide direct care to consumers as needed Perform other duties as assigned PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to: Stand, stretch, twist and reach with hands and arms for prolonged periods of time Lift 50 lbs or more Use hands to finger, to handle or to feel Use of hands to keyboard To talk and to hear others While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to: Stand, walk, climb, balance and to drive Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust to focus requirements as required in driving, reading, writing, or monitoring consumer activity. Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr