PROGRAM MANAGER (Elmont ,NY)

Life's WORC•Elmont, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Life’s WORC is hiring a Program Manager for a residential program in Elmont, New York. The position provides oversight and support to people with developmental disabilities and autism who live in the residence. The schedule is 40 hours per week, Sunday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility; the manager must be available to work additional shifts as needed. The role includes 24/7 on-call accessibility. The Program Manager schedules, trains, and supervises residential staff; handles personnel-related matters; supports people with daily living activities; participates in Life Plan and IDT meetings; and helps coordinate community activities. The manager also oversees agency vehicle safety and maintenance, supports a clean and safe residence, and helps ensure operational quality standards. Life’s WORC has provided services for over 50 years and supports more than 2,000 people across residential locations and community programs in Queens, Manhattan, Nassau, and Suffolk counties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Two years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
One year of supervisory experience required.
OPWDD experience required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Valid New York State or out-of-state driver’s license required.
Must pass a pre-employment road test and drive an agency vehicle.
General lifting is required, such as laundry and groceries.
Must be available to work additional shifts as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field preferred.
Experience with behavioral or psychological issues preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing protective oversight to people living in the residence, with 24/7 on-call accessibility.
Schedule and train residential staff, supervise them, address personnel-related issues, and perform other related tasks.
Provide assistance and instruction with basic activities of daily living.
Participate in the selection and evaluation of staff.
Complete staff performance evaluations.
Participate as required in IDT or Life Plan meetings and OPWDD surveys.
Successfully complete the AMAP course and annual recertification.
Drive agency vehicles safely, participate in the agency driver safety course, and maintain safe driving practices.
Ensure NYS vehicle inspections and routine maintenance of agency vehicles.
Conduct road tests for prospective and current employees using agency vehicles in accordance with Life’s WORC procedures.
Help maintain a clean and safe environment, including weekly walkthroughs.
Ensure adherence to agency quality standards and make operational-process decisions in conjunction with the Director of Residential Services.
Become skilled in agency software, including Medisked, Outlook, and Ultipro.
Assist people supported in planning, coordinating, and attending community integration and inclusion activities at home and in the community.