Day Hab Program Manager

Program Manager

Starting Rate : $23.50 / hour

Promote the values, dreams, and potential of individuals with developmental disabilities through education and meaningful activities. The Program Manager is responsible for guiding the daily operation of a day habilitation program. This responsibility includes training and mentoring the day habilitation team, overall program development and the implementation and management of program space and services. The Program Manager also assumes overall responsibility for ensuring the health and safety of all those enrolled within the program offering daily therapeutic and recreational activities. The Program Manager will lead a multi-disciplinary team, including nurses and clinicians to ensure the individuals needs and interests are assessed to assist in the achievement of their goals.

Minimum Education Required : High School Diploma / GED

Additional Shift Details : M-F 8am-4pm

Responsibilities :

• Ensure continuous quality improvement of individualized programs and services through the use of both internal and community resources
• Assist team members and leadership with the development of teaching curriculums designed to promote individual growth and increased independence.
• Assist in the development of innovative program ideas and alternative therapeutic activities that foster empowerment and program satisfaction.
• Develop effective working partnerships and maintain open lines of communication with participants, families, funding sources, consultants, the community at large, program and administrative team.
• Provide and set a positive team atmosphere.
• Provide ongoing case management training to staff in teaching skills, assessment writing, behavior management, annual reviews, data collection and other case management responsibilities.
• Provide supervision, mentoring and professional development opportunities for all team members, while ensuring hands on training and support.
• Serve as a member of the Day Program Management Team.

Qualifications :

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.