Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI, is one of the largest providers of care to children and adults with Autism, developmental disabilities and other special needs. DDI has been a part of Long Island for over 50 years serving over 1,500 children and adults with Autism, other developmental disabilities and special needs. DDI provides innovative and expansive services to our population through various residential services, day habilitation programs and vocational services.

Program Managers oversee the day-to-day operation of the residence in accordance with regulatory requirements, agency policy and quality program standards.

• Responsible for hiring, firing, progressive discipline, performance evaluations, and supervision of staff, as well as submission of required payroll data.
• Knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise.
• Train new staff to work with individual(s) served
• Ensure all staff have current certifications in all areas (TB, AMAP, CPR, etc.) and provide annual recertification trainings.
• Maintain staff schedule, run staff meetings, participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings.

Write and implement Staff Action Plan (Life Plan); write formal goals, protocols.

• Participate in the writing and implementation of Behavior Plans, and all other components of the Annual Plan (i.e., medical, nutrition, fitness, socialization, etc.).
• Evaluate monthly progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained.
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments.
• Complete Operating Checklist, and all budgetary processes (i.e., petty cash, OTPS, etc.)
• Responsible for bookkeeping for individuals: payments, SSI, tax refunds, etc.
• Coordinate efforts in all areas: Psychology, Nutrition/Fitness, Nursing, Day Hab and Residential, and Service Coordination.
• Complete incident reports and SCIP-R reports as necessary, review for accuracy, and submit monthly
• Interface with parents and facilitate their involvement with their son/daughter’s program plan.
• Advocate for individuals served and implement new programming ideas, exploring the individuals’ interests.
• 24-hour on call for staffing/emergency problems

• High School Diploma
• Two years' experience working with developmentally disabled
• Prior supervisory experience required
• Maintains a valid NYS driver's license with agency criteria
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support