Care Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in the disability field.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and complete assigned program documentation accurately and on time.
• Good judgment and ability to handle crisis situations.
• Public relations skills for working with outside professionals and state employees.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate client needs.
• Ability to effectively manage personnel and program issues.

Nice To Haves

• Experience and/or equivalent education working with people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of person-centered plans and ability to develop and write effective goals.
• Experience supervising employees.
• Understanding of DSPD policies.
• Strong general writing skills and ability to articulate issues.
• Ability to manage personnel issues and work positively with staff.
• Computer skills.
• Public relations skills for working with medical, professional, and state employees.
• Ability to balance financial statements and maintain financial folders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the residential program.
• Supervise, instruct, model, and assist Residential Support Staff.
• Maintain a high level of program quality.
• Implement person-centered plans.
• Ensure individuals' medical, financial, and recreational needs are met.
• Ensure appropriate staff ratios and staff training.
• Coordinate with schools, state workers, families, therapists, courts, and residential placement partners.
• Support individuals with activities, budgeting, meal preparation, shopping, trying new things, and learning new skills.
• Complete program documentation accurately and within required time frames.
• Manage personnel and program issues and continually improve program quality and profitability.
• Conduct house meetings and attend manager meetings.
• Balance financial statements and maintain financial folders.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible scheduling
• Special online training