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Community Options

Program Manager

Community Options, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117


Community Options, Inc.

is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are actively seeking an experienced Residential

Program Manager

in

Philadelphia, PA who will lead a team to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will support teams with day-to-day operations and challenges to achieve programmatic goals.

Starting salary is:

$45,000 annually

New hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $250.00 after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period, per ED approval.

Responsibilities:

Lead and train your team to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition

Provide training on daily routines including cleaning, cooking established meal plans, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene

Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition

Develop and implement activity programs including the Meaningful Day curriculum

Communicate with the families and guardians of individuals we support as needed

Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person-Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments

Ensure individuals are supported per their ISP/PCP including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management

Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely

Assist with monitoring the finances of individuals ensuring purchases are approved and accounted for with documentation

Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns

Manage relationships with the families and guardians of the individuals in our care

Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies

May be required to fill shifts when staffing issues arise

Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation

Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines

Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record

Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities

Knowledge of state regulatory agency operations and standards relevant to supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities

Team oriented with demonstrated leadership experience

Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities

Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports

Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Working Conditions:

Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community

Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours

May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff

Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required

May be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles

May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds

May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory individuals

May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Why Community Options?

Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

If interested, please click Apply Now Online or send resume to:

Resumes-PHILLYPA@comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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