Habilitation Manager

Developmental Options•Pocatello, ID

About The Position

The Habilitation Manager leads and supervises the Support Trainers (DSP) team and day-to-day habilitation services to ensure every resident receives continuous active treatment, individualized supports, and protection of rights in compliance with federal ICF/IID Conditions of Participation. The Manager is responsible for staff training/competency, program implementation, performance management, incident/investigation oversight, and preparation for surveys. The Habilitation Manager is a full-time, exempt, position and may require more than 40 hours per week. The regular work schedule will include variations of regular work hours but may be required to adjust their work schedule to meet with staff who work a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends. The hours of work will be determined upon hire but will expect adjustment as needed. This position will also be on rotation for the ICF/IID On-Call duties.

Requirements

Knowledge of ICF/IID Conditions of Participation
Supervisory experience in I/DD services or related healthcare setting
Strong understanding of active treatment principles, individual program planning, behavior supports, and documentation expectations
Training/competency skills
Excellent communication skills for interacting with families, interdisciplinary staff, and regulatory surveyors
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google tools, and other software systems is required, as is the ability to quickly learn and utilize scheduling software.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends is necessary to support facility operations.
21+ with a clean driving record

Nice To Haves

CPR/First aid certification is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree is not required but will be considered for this position. The Bachelor’s degree would need to be in special education, rehabilitation, psychology, social work, nursing, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee planning, implementation, and documentation of residents’ active treatment programs in compliance with ICF/IID regulations
Supervise Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), including onboarding, training, coaching, evaluations, and discipline
Ensure staff competency through ongoing training, health and safety education, and routine performance checks
Coordinate with QIDP, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams to support habilitation goals and behavior plans
Monitor staffing levels and scheduling to meet active treatment and resident care needs
Maintain accurate personnel, training, program, and incident documentation; prepare for surveys and audits
Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement efforts, including emergency preparedness and outcome tracking
Ensure compliance with abuse/neglect prevention, reporting requirements, and internal investigations
Maintain facility safety, cleanliness, and security standards
Participate in meetings, trainings, and on-call rotation as required
Perform other duties as assigned