Job Title: Program Manager
Department: Day Services-BCRS
Position Overview: Assists with overseeing daily operations functions of staff and people we support.
Essential Job Functions:
- Participates in interviewing, selection, on the job orientation and training of employees.
- Coordinate and supervise daily activities of community outings and integration as well as programmatic activities.
- Supervise, train, evaluate and advise employees, recommend employment decisions, and ensure all staff are following DDA trainings at all times.
- Maintain and submit requests for supplies relevant to the operation of the program to supervisor.
- Responsible for planning, monitoring, and implementing the IP; ensures implementation of the IP through daily observations, monthly IP Data monitoring and Bi-Annual reviews as Individual Program Coordinator (IPC), oversees annual evaluations and assessments; may convene and chair interdisciplinary team meetings in absence of Case Manager
- Maintain and submit requests for supplies relevant to the operation of the program to administrative offices.
- Make Behavioral Management referrals, staff for implementation and interfaces with the Clinical Department
- Evaluates employee performance, makes recommendations related to performance improvement plans, provides feedback and coaching.
- Provides verbal and written disciplinary actions according to agency policies and procedures.
- Makes recommendations related to training needs, suspension, and terminations.
- Hold monthly team meetings and supervisions with staff that need additional support.
- Implements all prescribed/recommended treatment in accordance with regulations and agency policies and procedure.
- Informs supervisor of all developments within the program, especially any emergency.
- Completes all assigned follow-up activities as requested and in a timely manner.
- Foster positive, professional relationship with supported person, staff parents, and advocates.
- Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication.
- Obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification through the Maryland Board of Nursing.
- Administer and document medications pursuant to State and Agency requirements. All medication is completed through an eMAR. Medication administration follows the DDA nursing delegation model.
- Complete and maintain required training in accordance with DDA/State/Company regulations. This includes, and is not limited to, CPR/First-Aid, the Mandt System, certified medication technician course and regular recertifications.
- Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings.
- Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, progress notes, incident report filing, etc.
- All other duties that may be requested by the Director.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Education, Human Services or related field experience may be substituted for education
Training and Experience:
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities or related field, previous supervisory experience required.
Other:
Must have a current Driver’s License and meet the agency driving requirements.
Physical Requirements:
Applicant must be able to walk, stand, and sit for up to 8 hours. Person must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. or more based on assigned supported person (using health and safety lifting / turning techniques or assistive devices).
Applicant must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, to include assisting supported person to standing, providing assistance with ambulation, physical releases, and physical restraints.
Benefits:
Health: Health, Vision, Dental, supplemental coverage through Aflac. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Incentives: Company Paid: Short / Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Flexible Spending Account, Sunny Day Fund
Work-Life Balance: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty
Financial: 403B plan, Employee Credit Union (SECU)
Training: Paid DDA and new hire training's, Paid CPR and First Aid Certification
Paid Medication Administration Training. (If applicable)
Please Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. All working hours and location may be subject to change.