Program Manager

Aspire Living & Learning•Middletown, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day. Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Residential Program Manager to oversee the day to day operations of a group home for adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring that all supported individuals are receiving appropriate clinical and medical services.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience providing support to individuals with disabilities and challenging behaviors.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
Basic Computer skills.
Empathy, enthusiasm, and a passion and dedication for helping others.
Valid Driver’s License with at least 3 years of driving experience.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Experience using Therap a plus!

Responsibilities

Oversee the day to day operations of a group home for adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring that all supported individuals are receiving appropriate clinical and medical services.
Mentor, develop and supervise shift supervisors and direct care staff.
Ensure adherence to all DDS, funding agency, and state regulations.
Maintain and monitor staffing schedule.
Assist with writing clinical assessments and overseeing ISP assessments.
Assume on-call responsibilities as required.
Assist and instruct individuals in all aspects of their IP.
Administer medication when required.
Provide in-house and agency-contracted training and consultation services.
Adhere to budgetary guidelines.
Assist and instruct residents with daily living skills, behavioral and habilitative plans, medical, psychiatric and socio-emotional needs.
Work with the People Team to plan and implement corrective action when necessary.