CEC Program Manager

DISABILITY SUPPORTS OF THE GREAT PL•McPherson, KS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The CEC Program Manager will provide an enriching and engaging experience for all clients attending the Community Enrichment Center. This role involves direct supervision of Direct Support Professionals, developing monthly outlines for the CEC's four pillars (education, social media, recreation, and community), and assisting in the hiring, training, and development of staff. The manager will implement Person Centered Support Plans, develop community contacts and volunteer positions, and coordinate daily transportation for individuals served. Additionally, the role focuses on enhancing activities, maintaining facilities and equipment, and collaborating with other program managers and staff to ensure programmatic and community involvement success.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of prior direct care experience preferred.
Significant, verifiable history of proactive organizational skills and positive leadership required.
High School diploma/equivalent required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Decision making skills necessary to ensure the overall safety of the persons served and maintain the integrity of the program.
Managing multiple tasks at once and ability to lead with clarity to appropriate staff is essential.
Must demonstrate compassion for individuals with disabilities.
Basic mathematical skills required.
Ethical decision-making skills also required.
Knowledge of internal electronic filing system and Microsoft Office software as well as significant overall technological proficiency required.
Testing for technological proficiency may be required.
Ability to lift thirty-five pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Education preferred.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise CEC Direct Support Professionals.
Provide a monthly CEC objective outline containing all four pillars: education, social media, recreation, and community.
Assist appropriate agency personnel in hiring, training, and development of CEC Direct Support Professionals.
Implement Person Centered Support Plans for assigned individuals.
Develop community contacts and potential community volunteer positions for individuals served.
Collaborate with Residential Program Manager on shared staffing schedules.
Routinely and consistently collaborate and work positively and creatively with Clayworks staff and leadership to ensure success in all aspects of shared programmatic and community involvement.
Coordinate daily transportation of individuals served to participate in employment, volunteer, and leisure activities.
Enhance activities provided through the CEC by developing new projects/activities.
Maintain all CEC facilities and equipment to the highest standard.