Oversees the day-to-day operations and supervision of Assistant Program Manager and Direct Support staff in a residential setting. Responsibilities include: operational, administrative, and ISP goals for all individuals supported in the program.
The Program Manager will be required to carry a cell phone 24 X 7, works Mon through Friday 9 to 5 and is responsible to be on call after 5p Mon-Friday and is on call on weekends and Holidays to the on call nurse and the on call coordinator.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Ensures the safety and Human Rights of all individuals residing in the residential group home
2. Exercises routine decision making regarding programmatic matters, Refers complex situations to the Coordinator of Program Services for consultation
3. Interviews, hires, orients, and trains employees. Provides on-going monitoring, coaching and guidance regarding employee performance. Writes reviews and conducts performance review and developmental goal meetings. Addresses employee performance and development needs and/or other employee matters, completing disciplinary documentation, as necessary. Consults with the Coordinator of Program Services, the Director of Program Services and the Director of Human Resources
4. Upholds the values and culture of PBS while ensuring that PBS interventions are implemented with integrity.
5. Directs and communicates Turning Point, Inc.’s organizational and program mission, goals and objectives to staff
6. Delegates programmatic responsibilities to Lead and/or Direct Support Staff
7. Trains and role models for staff the required behavior plans and interventions
8. Develops, implements, and monitors all household routines and procedures, including ensuring that all standards of hygiene and household cleanliness are maintained
9. Manages financial matters directly related to individual’s funds and household budget
10. Conducts menu planning with input from the individuals, following any physician ordered diets, as well as keeping in mind good nutritional choices. Ensures adequate food supply is in the program at all times by completing or assigning grocery shopping to a staff person and by checking that the menus and dietary plans are being followed
11. Acts as a liaison with the individuals families/guardians, DDS/MRC/Forensic Service Coordinators/Case Managers and day program staff. Ensures the monthly communication forms are completed and mailed to the families/guardians
12. Facilitates monthly staff meetings with program staff
13. Ensures all individuals are taken to medical, dental, psychiatric, and other appointments as indicated and that appropriate follow-ups are completed
14. Maintains and updates program information required by DDS/MRC licensing and/or Survey and Certification Standards
15. Performs other duties as assigned
16. Drives company vehicle to transport individuals to various locations.
