Program Manager Adult Day Training
About The Position
The Program Manager for Adult Day Training oversees and enhances comprehensive training programs for adults with developmental disabilities and other special needs. The role ensures that program objectives align with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and participants’ individual needs, fostering skill development, independence, and community integration. The Program Manager leads a multidisciplinary team and coordinates resources and services to provide high-quality, person-centered training. The role also builds collaborative relationships with families, caregivers, and external partners to support participant success. It drives continuous program improvement through data analysis, staff development, and adherence to best practices in adult education and care services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience managing adult day programs or similar services for individuals with disabilities.
- At least 2 years of experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities, as required for an SCL Direct Support Professional Supervisor.
- Strong knowledge of developmental disabilities, adult education principles, and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with AbilityOne, SourceAmerica, and federal contract requirements.
- Experience with budget management.
- Familiarity with assistive technologies and adaptive learning tools.
- Bilingual abilities or experience working with diverse cultural populations.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized training plans tailored to adult participants’ needs.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate program staff to ensure effective delivery of training and support services.
- Manage program budgets and resources, and ensure compliance with relevant state and federal regulations.
- Oversee work contracts with customers, including AbilityOne contracts with SourceAmerica.
- Collect and analyze program data to assess effectiveness, prepare reports, and inform strategic planning.
- Facilitate ongoing staff training and professional development.
- Engage with participants’ families and caregivers to provide updates, gather feedback, and support collaborative goal setting.
- Promote community inclusion and vocational opportunities for program participants.
- Oversee timely and accurate program documentation, person-centered service plan implementation, incident reporting and follow-up, participant safety, and corrective actions in coordination with Quality Assurance.
- Monitor required staff training, competencies, participant rights protections, and emergency preparedness in accordance with applicable regulations and organizational policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
