Day Support Program Manager

Cornerstone Support Services, Inc.•Mechanicsville, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager serves as the secondary leader of the Day Support team and plays a critical role in the lives of the individuals we serve. In this position, you will be responsible for developing, overseeing, and continuously improving Individual Support Plans (ISPs) to ensure each person receives the care, services, and support needed to achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. If you are a driven, compassionate human services professional who thrives in a leadership role and is committed to compliance, quality, and person-centered care — we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and providing related services
Must maintain all required state and company training certifications
Ability to develop and deliver presentations
Strong professional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively interact with government officials and diverse community stakeholders
Proven ability to motivate teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

Review assessments to identify supports and services aligned with each individual's goals and desired outcomes
Participate in shared planning by helping individuals communicate their needs and service requests
Monitor supports through assessments, interviews, and direct observation to ensure goals are being addressed
Make ISP modifications based on individual feedback and changing needs
Report progress and significant changes to Support Coordinators on a quarterly basis, including service appropriateness reviews and recommendations
Maintain Comprehensive and Electronic Service Documentation records for all individuals supported
Review and approve all documentation including PCRs, Part V documents, and ISPs
Conduct quality control audits on case files, service records, and program notes
Address documentation deficiencies with corrective action plans
Ensure all records comply with HIPAA and organizational privacy policies
Draft and implement responses to quality assurance audits, surveys, and regulatory agency findings
Stay current on Cornerstone policies, service manuals, and applicable regulations
Provide supervisory coverage in the absence of the Administrator, including interviewing, hiring, training, performance appraisal, and disciplinary actions
Assist with staff training on new and changing support practices for timely and accurate implementation
Work closely with the Administrator and Direct Support Staff on performance management
Attend and contribute to quality management team meetings
Participate in formal and informal investigations into incidents or allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation
Review incident reports to confirm appropriate treatment, injury causation, and preventative measures
Perform medication administration observations, mealtime monitoring, environmental assessments, and other required monitoring
Practice universal medical precautions utilizing personal protective and safety equipment as needed
Facilitate and strengthen relationships among the company, parents/guardians, and Support Coordinators
Work collaboratively with clinical professionals and external stakeholders
Obtain consents as required
Ensure confidentiality of sensitive information, including employee and service user privacy rights and protected health information