Adult Day Program Director

SUMMARY:

The Program Director works under the supervision of the Executive Director to develop and maintain a successful program and continually assess and meet the needs of the participants in the program. The goals of the program are to:

• Provide a safe, enjoyable experience for the participants.
• Focus activities to emphasize the remaining abilities and strengths of participants, while accommodating their limitations.
• Provide opportunities for social interactions that enhance each participant’s sense of belonging, self-worth, and dignity.
• Support family caregivers through providing an alternative care setting, opportunities for respite, educational materials, an atmosphere of acceptance, and referrals to other resources.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The position of the Program Director is a full-time, salaried position.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Program Director has primary responsibility for:

Fulfillment of Mission – assure that high quality services are provided competently, compassionately, and dependably, as befitting a Christian outreach ministry. Services must be available to all in compliance with non-discrimination policy.

• Explaining the program to prospective participants and their caregivers
• Assessment and intake
• Planning and supervising activities
• Assuring the safety of participants during program sessions.
• Managing & training of ADP staff and volunteers.
• Assuring policies and procedures are implemented and followed.
• Developing care plans for individual participants (Shared responsibility with Program Nurse)
• Assuring the program meets the needs of participants and their caregivers.
• Conducting ongoing training and staff meetings to discuss participants’ success/problems
• Interfacing with Community Care Program to coordinate services for participants using both programs.
• Assuring the dietary component continues to meet Health Department regulations.
• Maintaining and ordering supplies.
• Ordering meals from food service vendor; assuring lunch and snack foods are appropriate and available.
• Preparing all participants’ billing and submitting billing for all payment sources. (DHS/DRS, MCO,VA, CACFP, CCP, etc.) with support of Financial Secretary; resolving any billing problems with families, caregivers, and other payment sources.
• Preparing monthly reports (e.g., utilization, Madison County Mental Health Board)
• Interviewing, hiring disciplining, and terminating program staff in accordance with policies and legal requirements.
• Conducting annual appraisals of program staff.
• Reviewing monthly activity calendars & future activities.
• Contributing ideas/articles for the Quarterly Newsletter.

The Program Director’s shared responsibilities with the Executive Director include:

• Assuring adequate staffing is in place for the number of participants.
• Developing and revising policies relating to program participation
• Developing and implementing plans to meet needs of participants who may not be appropriate for the program
• Working with the Executive Director on administrate issues (budgets, staffing, grants, contracts, etc.)
• Marketing the program

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or professional degree (e.g., RN), preferably in a related field.
• Experience and/or professional training relating to the care of individuals with dementia and/or other cognitive impairments. Nursing, geriatric, or social work degree and experience are a plus.
• Minimum of three years employment in a supervisory, management, or professional position
• Demonstrated ability to deal professionally, patiently, compassionately, and non-judgmentally with participants and family members
• Demonstrated ability to supervise both volunteer and paid staff. Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet)
• Valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance coverage of at least $50,000/$100,000
• Sincere commitment to meeting the goals of the program

REQUIREMENTS

The Program Director must:

• Complete an application including authorization to check references, to conduct criminal record checks, and to obtain a driving record abstract
• Have (or be willing to obtain) IADSA/IDoA Adult Day Services Manager Certification
• Have (or be willing to obtain) and maintain a Food Sanitation Certificate
• Treat all participants, family members, co-workers, and volunteers with dignity and acceptance
• Respect the confidentiality of all program participants and their families at all times
• Address concerns relating to the program and participants (participant behaviors, family stress, success/failure of activities, inappropriate staff behavior, etc.) in a professional and compassionate manner
• Pursue continuing education on caring for cognitively impaired and disabled individuals through the Alzheimer’s Association, networking with other care providers, and attending conferences and training as feasible
• Contribute to the positive culture of our organization through teamwork, relationships with colleagues inside and outside the organization, and commitment to our mission.
• Present a professional appearance, including abiding by St. John’s Appearance Standards
• Abide by all policies and procedures of St. John’s Community Care, including attendance of less than 4% absence rate.

St. John’s Community Care is an equal opportunity employer.