Program Manager

Starting at $55,000+

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

This is a supervisory position.

*Resume must be attached to your application to be considered.

LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer

Your responsibility as a Program Manager will be leading a team of 14-20 Direct Support professionals and individuals in providing exceptional care. Some of the additional functions of this position are:

• Ensure all program supports and services are delivered.
• Ensure all program staff maintains expected levels of participation in program operations.
• Provide on the job training and modeling for all employees and direct the activities of employees.
• Conduct Employee Performance Evaluations for program support staff during assigned time frames.
• Ensure that DHSP goals and objectives are followed and required documentation exists for each goal area.
• Communicate effectively with Program Director and Assistant Director, Residential Clinical staff, and DDS Service Coordinators to assure that all support needed are available to each client’s area of interest and/or need.
• Evaluate the unique support needs not included within the DHSP process and utilize all resources to address these needs.
• Ensure daily activity schedule is adhered to and that the chosen activities correspond to DHSP objectives.
• Ensure staff decisions are based upon consumer choice and empowerment.
• Assist individuals in the hiring and evaluation of program staff
• Monitor health care needs of individuals served in coordination with the Health Care Supervisor to assure that delivery of these services occurs in a timely fashion.
• Ensure that support remains flexible and responsive to client needs/interests.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

• Associates degree in Human Services related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years’ experience in day program setting.
• Demonstrated history of quality work performance and teamwork in previous positions
• Proven Leadership skills

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintenance of an acceptable CORI and fingerprinting
• Valid Driver’s license
• Negative drug screen
• Use of personal vehicle for work purposes
• Commitment to the philosophy of community inclusion