Vocational Program Manager

RHA Health Services, LLC • Kannapolis, NC

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About The Position

RHA Health Services is hiring a Vocational Program Manager to plan, coordinate, and ensure the consistency and quality of training, habilitation, and development programs for people with disabilities. The role supervises classroom and vocational activities, coordinates schedules and events for Direct Support employees and Vocational Instructors, and leads and directs the work of others to promote the vocational service's curriculum, philosophy, and mission.

The manager develops and oversees learning programs tailored to the needs, abilities, and interests of people supported; directs contract work; supports individualized instruction; and coordinates with clinical, medical, administrative, community, and employee teams. The position also manages staff activities and performance, maintains a safe learning environment, and follows company policies and required safety practices. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, experience with the population served, and experience supervising others. The stated annual salary is $47,000.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with the population served.
• Experience supervising the work of others.
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle insurance coverage.
• Maintain proficiency in company-sponsored training and certifications.
• Meet employment conditions for CPR, first aid, NCI, Medication Certification, and other certifications specified or required by company regulations.
• Demonstrate CPR proficiency from floor level; CPR practice requires working on hands and knees, bending, standing, and lifting.
• Complete pre-employment criminal background screening, registry checks, drug testing, education verification, and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Provide proof of employment history or references if required.
• For positions requiring driving, provide proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and a vehicle if required to transport individuals.

Responsibilities

• Formulate training policies, programs, and schedules based on individual needs, production processes, business systems, and changes in products, procedures, or services.
• Develop special teaching tools, techniques, equipment, and learning materials suited to each person's abilities and interests.
• Arrange and adjust classroom tools, work aids, and equipment, including specially equipped worktables, computers, typewriters, and other aids.
• Direct and monitor contract work and negotiate rates with vendors.
• Protect confidential and sensitive information, including information concerning people supported, employee complaints, workplace issues, investigations, and legal proceedings.
• Report suspected or observed abuse, neglect, or exploitation of people supported to management.
• Instruct people supported in individualized programs, including activities that support sensory motor and perceptual motor development, perception, memory, language, cognition, and social and emotional development.
• Support motivation and learning through consistent reinforcement, ongoing assessment of functioning, and feedback to people supported and the clinical team.
• Assist clinical and medical staff with rehabilitation programs.
• Monitor and ensure the responsibilities of Vocational Instructors and Program Manager stations.
• Provide input to staff performance evaluations.
• Coordinate with guardians, administrators, Qualified Professionals, Habilitation Specialists, social workers, nursing staff, and others to develop individual instructional programs.
• Serve as a liaison among the day program or vocational center, community workers, and employees.
• Plan and assist with special events inside and outside the day program or vocational center.
• Attend required meetings and training sessions.
• Train staff on day program procedures and modular day training; assign staff, ensure adequate staffing, schedule lunches and breaks, and order supplies.
• Stay informed about developments, methods, and training techniques in the ID/DD field.
• Ensure the day program or vocational center is safe and conducive to learning; report accidents, hazards, and needed repairs.
• Follow universal medical precautions and use personal protective and safety equipment.
• Follow company policies and requirements concerning personnel, regulations, safety, and blood-borne pathogens.
• Understand, teach, and use proper body mechanics when assisting with behavioral interventions, transfers, and positioning of people supported.
• Conduct fire and disaster drills and identify the location and use of exits and fire extinguishers.
• Manage up to 12 employees; oversee their work, training, assignments, performance, motivation, discipline, team performance, complaints, and problem resolution in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Benefits

• Payactiv early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Health insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing programs.
• Chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes for qualifying employees.
• Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED