Program Director

Job Description

Job Description

The role of a Program Director at a Developmental Disabilities (DDD) group home in Arizona is crucial for ensuring the well-being and quality of life of members with developmental disabilities. 

Overall, the Manager play a vital role in creating a supportive, nurturing environment that promotes independence and enhances the quality of life for individuals in the group home.

Program Director's expected to work 60 hours per week with at least 4 day/evening shifts. 

Here are the key responsibilities and functions of a Manager and Program Director in this setting:

1. Program Development and Implementation

• Design and oversee individualized support plans that cater to the unique needs of each member.
• Develop programs that promote skill development, social interaction, and community involvement.

2. Staff Management and Training

• Work as a Direct Care Professional, as needed.
• Recruit, train, and supervise staff to ensure they are equipped to meet the needs of members.
• Ensure shifts are always covered in the home for proper staffing ratio.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Responsible for positive staff morale.
• Keep employees’ training and certification requirements up to date.
• Verify and approve staff timesheets and confirm punch requests daily to ensure accurate timecards.
• Manage staff callouts.
• Act as a role model for the staff.
• Keep schedules posted in the home so all staff can reference.

• Provide recommendations to suspend or terminate staff as needed.

3. Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure that the group home meets all state and federal regulations regarding care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Implement quality assurance measures to continually assess and improve service delivery.
• Hold all staff accountable to the Reaching Beyond Handbook
• Ensure all member doctor appointments are scheduled and keep documentation as required by DDD 
• Medication management
• Maintain confidentiality and secure handling of all digital and physical records in compliance with HIPAA and DDD guidelines.
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