What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager for Day Services-IDD position at Kent County Arc J Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center?
General Position Description
The Program Manager is responsible for guiding and supervising the work of Direct Support Professionals (DSP), in the /D ay community/Employment program environment, ensuring that agency policies and procedures are implemented correctly and that the consumers served live valued and high-quality lives.
Broad Areas of Responsibility
Participating in agency activities, serving on committees, and communicating the agencys values and principles to others; assisting in recruiting, selecting, and supporting Direct Support Professionals; providing training and mentoring to new and existing employees; guiding and supervising the work of Direct Support Professionals by setting clear expectations and monitoring progress, providing feedback regarding performance regularly as well as conducting annual performance evaluations; recognizing and valuing the skills and input of employees; implementation of creative scheduling and accountability .
Competency Areas
1. Staff Relations 7. Communication, Teamwork & Collaboration
2. Personnel 8. Works Independently and Prioritizes
3. Training and Staff Development Activities 9. Policies, Procedures and Rule Compliance
4. DSP Schedules and Payroll 10. General Office Work
5. Program Operations 11. Professional Development
6. Community Relations
For 60 years, the Trudeau Center has been at the forefront of transforming the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our programs make an immediate and long-lasting impact on individuals of all ages, lifting them up by providing the support they need to thrive.
At the J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center our mission is to promote an enhanced quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
