Program Manager, Supported Living Services

TITLE: Program Manager, Independent and Supported Living Services

Job Type: Full Time- Exempt

Immediate Supervisor: Director, Independent and Supported Living Services

Supervision Exercised: Direct Support Professional I/II/III, Program Coordinator

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Director of Independent and Supported Living Services, this position is responsible for the coordination of independent and supported living services in the implementation of Individual Service Plans that will lead to or continue to promote independence, residential and personal skills and assist in providing a safe and secure home environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Hires, supervises and coaches supported living direct care staff

Monitors and evaluates staff performance

Attends management meetings, maintains office days

Conducts staff meetings, reviews/approves timecards, and mileage sheet

Prepares incident, medical appt./medication, ISP, biannual and quarterly reports

Reviews, monitors, and records the administration/distribution, reordering of medication

Records and inspects biannually staff’s vehicle, driver’s license, and insurance

Provides individualized coaching in daily living skills

Provides education and support in the use of community resources

Maintains accurate and current records on training, supports, hours needed, SL grids, integration levels and Individual Service Plans

Monitors and completes money ledgers as needed

Determines the types of supports necessary to maintain current living arrangements

Provides supported living/transition training in the following: menu planning/meal preparation, socialization, budgeting, conflict resolution, etc.

Teaches adaptive living skills and monitors the extent to which they are followed

Participates in in-service training and staff meetings to facilitate professional development

Assists persons served in all aspects of personal/medical care as needed

Trains persons served in IL/SL to access public transportation and assists them in accessing benefits such as Social Security, SSI, and Section 8 Housing

Acts as a liaison between guardians, parents, community, and neighborhood

Assists in weight bearing and non-weight bearing transfers

Uses crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations when persons served are in danger of injuring themselves or others

During absence, ensure that all responsibilities are delegated accordingly

Works cooperatively with Agency staff, volunteers maximizing experience while meeting the needs of Momentum WORK, Inc. persons served and programs

Knowledge and use of technology

Provides direct service support minimum 8 hours weekly and/or coverage as needed

Assumes other duties and responsibilities as necessary

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time

Ability to go up and down stairs

Ability to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written material

The employee is frequently required to climb, stoop, twist, or bend and lift up to fifty (50) pounds, using proper body mechanics to minimize injuries to self and people served

Full awareness of environmental stimuli

Ability to implement Crisis Management, Safety & ProAct techniques (training included)

Note: ADA accommodations available.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with an emphasis in the areas of education, psychology, social services, or related field (work experience may be substituted for education)

Proven ability to work with and motivate staff members

Ability to earn respect and confidence of Momentum WORK, Inc. staff

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff within the organization

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent computer proficiency (esp. Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Teams etc.)

Compassion and respect for persons with disabilities

Will need to be available during any disasters, per disaster plan

Valid CA Driver’s License: must have an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy

Two (2) years’ experience working with persons with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings preferred; One (1) year of w year of which must be increasingly responsible for administrative and/or supervisory experience

Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related information

Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included)

Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitations.

BENEFITS:

Travel Stipend

Cell Phone Stipend

Paid Time- Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Friends & Family Referral Bonus

Direct Deposit

Anniversary Bonus

On-the-job Training Provided

Up to $750 Sign-On Bonus