Program Manager

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Program Manager with a positive attitude that can empower staff and assist them to be successful in their job role.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate and manage the operation of Supported Living homes. Supervise staff and provide a meaningful day for the clients.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises, trains and provides guidance to the staff in accordance with state and federal regulations, Fresh Winds personnel policies, and the Supported Living policy and procedure manual.

Participates as part of an interdisciplinary team in the development of each client’s Individual Support Plan (ISP) and Person-Centered-Plan (PCP).

Schedule staff in accordance with ISL budget and services identified on the Individual Support Plan and providing emergency coverage.

Ensures completion of daily, weekly, monthly and yearly documentation as required by Fresh Winds and state and federal regulations. Maintains in-home client files according to standards and protocol established.

Facilitates all repairs and required maintenance of the client’s home.

Responsible for following client’s budget and ensuring payment of bills. Assists client in maintaining Medicaid eligibility by scheduling and attending all Medicaid appointments and providing proper documentation.

Accurate and timely completion of ISPs, Monthlies, Addendums, client financials, QA walk throughs, monthly and daily documentation (logs, fire and tornado drills, client medical information, MARs, etc.)

Communicates professionally with families, Case Manager, Behavioral Consultant, health care personnel, schools, landlords, employers, etc.

Participates in Program Manager’s meetings, team meetings and other departmental meetings, ISP, PCP, IEP meetings, and other meetings as assigned.

Is able to implement training programs as specified in each client’s ISP.

Complies with behavior support policies and procedures and implements approved behavior support programs.

Participates in the hiring and discipline of assigned staff.

Ensures proper medication/treatment administration and assists in meeting the client’s health care needs.

Ensures the scheduling and assistance of clients in all medical appointments and procedures. Ensures proper follow up is completed.

Plans and implements community based, age appropriate, recreational activities for the clients.

Be aware of and submit reportable events (EMT’s) within required time frames.

Implements required training protocol for new and existing staff.

Responds appropriately and promptly to on-call situations.

Work collaboratively with directors, nurses, HR, accounting, IT, etc.

Comply with the standards to ensure the health and safety of all staff and clients we serve.

Comply with all standards to ensure the health and safety of all staff and clients that we serve.

Reports any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department head.

Performs other duties as assigned.Company Description

Fresh Winds is a provider agency providing support for individuals with developmental disabilities to empower them to live the lives they choose. Supports are provided solely in the community and are directed by the interests, needs, and aspirations of each individual.

Join our Fresh Winds team and make a difference.

Full-time