What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Manager Community Based Day Program position at Mountain Valley Development Services Inc?
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Job Summary:
Assistant Manager – Day Program
Supports the program manager in developing and leading community-based activities tailored to the interests and needs of individuals served, including initiatives like self-advocacy and Special Olympics. Oversees integration into broader events, ensures timely documentation, and provides training and guidance to enrichment staff. Some evening and weekend hours required.
Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week
Who are we:
Our Mission at Mountain Valley Developmental Services is to encourage and support individuals with developmental disabilities, enhance their ability to live, learn, and work in an independent and inclusive manner, and to educate the community about their contributions and capabilities.
MVDS supports adults and children in Eagle, Garfield, Lake and Pitkin counties with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Our work provides life span services for these individuals, their parents and family members, guardians, colleagues at work, neighbors, and friends to promote independence, quality of life, and rights protection.
We take pride in our person-centered care and deep commitment to supporting persons with developmental disabilities. Every day employees strive to help clients live, learn, & work as independently as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Staff Supervision & Leadership – Support the GES Manager in daily oversight, train and mentor staff, address performance issues, recognize achievements, and ensure team accountability.
- Program Coordination – Develop and implement inclusive activity schedules tailored to individual interests; coordinate events such as self-advocacy classes and Special Olympics.
- Administrative Oversight – Maintain staffing levels, complete timely reports, support board meeting prep, and ensure clear communication among families, staff, and individuals served.
- Community Integration & Representation – Promote inclusion by connecting individuals to community resources and fostering awareness of MVDS and its mission.
- Individual Rights & Advocacy – Protect client rights, act as a Mandatory Reporter, and support dignity, choice, and compliance with state and MVDS policies.
- Person-Centered Planning – Encourage informed decisions, goal-setting, and independence; provide social guidance and support through monthly advocacy groups and activities.
- Health & Safety – Maintain clean, safe environments; conduct safety drills; provide safe transportation; follow emergency protocols; and ensure vehicle readiness.
- Care Coordination & IP Implementation – Attend IP meetings, develop goals, assist with personal care, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure individualized support.
- Documentation & Medical Support – Complete daily documentation, track attendance and billing, communicate with medical staff, administer medications, and follow all health protocols.
Our amazing perks:
- Bring your pet to work! Pet friendly environment
- 3 weeks of PTO accrual your first year, start accruing day 1!
- Discount Bus Pass, Ski Pass, and Hot Springs Pass
- Employer paid Medical Insurance
- Employer paid Dental Insurance
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer Paid Counseling Sessions
- Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement for relevant schooling
- Up to 4% Retirement Program matching!
- Referral Reward Program
- Flexible health and savings account
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- 15% Discount at MVDS Greenhouse, Mountain Valley Weavers and Art on 8th
- 15% Discount on AT&T and Verizon Plans
- Electric Car Charging Stations
We Love to See:
- A High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- 2 years of general management experience required, management experience in a human services environment preferred.
We Require:
- A criminal and Motor Vehicle record which meets company standards.
- A valid Colorado Driver’s license.
- Verified legal status to work in the United States.
- Professional demeanor excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, and ability to safeguard confidential information.
- Computer proficiency.
Physical Demands:
- Frequent walking, sitting, and use of hands; occasional standing, bending, driving, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Requires full vision, hearing, and communication abilities, regular reading, writing, reasoning, and computer use.
- May involve exposure to verbal or physical aggression; staff receive training to prevent and manage such situations safely.
Job Qualifications
Education:
- A High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Experience:
- 2 years of general management experience preferred, management experience in a human services environment preferred.
Other Requirements:
- A criminal and Motor Vehicle record which meets company standards.
- A valid Colorado Drivers license.
- Verified legal status to work in the United States.
- Professional demeanor excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, and ability to safeguard confidential information.
- Computer proficiency.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
Requires concentrated visual and auditory attention; requires frequent standing and walking; lifting and transferring clients on a as needed basis, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling; ability to work in environments that could include changes in temperature/humidity, dust, odors, noise, etc.; ability to work with individuals with cognitive disabilities, a variety of illnesses, and medical conditions; working indoors, outdoors, and in vehicles; works around and with others, and alone; may have to walk on slippery and /or uneven walking surfaces; expected to assist individuals receiving services with entering and exiting the vehicle, toileting, cleaning, bathing, cooking and other basic life skills.
There are inherent risks in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. May be subject to name calling or other verbal insults in addition to physical aggression including, but not limited to, hitting, kicking, spitting, slapping, punching, throwing objects, etc. MVDS provides general and specific training to best prepare staff to prevent, and/or manage these occurrences.