INSIGHT, Inc. is a local non-profit agency providing residential services for adults with developmental disabilities. We are looking for a Program Manager to oversee the operations of a group home. Requirements: Bachelors Degree in a related field, with a minimum of one year of supervisory experience, must possess knowledge of State and Medicaid Waiver regulations and meet the requirements of a QMRP. A 3 year driving record, in good standing is a MUST. If interested please submit a resume, driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicle and an application to 13505 Hillendale Drive Woodbridge VA 22193 or email to the link listed above EOE.
Program Manager – Group Home
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL:
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Residential Services, Director, PROGRAM MANAGER carries out the function of team leader in their specific program and assists residents in the development of adult basic living skills to achieve maximum independence.
SPECIFIC:
The PROGRAM MANAGER will:
Administrative:
1. Operate the group homes according to the policies and procedures established by the INSIGHT Board of Directors and Administration.
2. Supervise the sound fiscal management of household and resident accounts in accordance with established spending guidelines and procedures.
3. Inform the Residential Director of issues, events and progress through regular meetings.
4. Act as direct supervisor of the Residential Counselors and Substitute Residential Counselors employed at the program.
5. Evaluate the Residential Counselors employed at the program.
6. Coordinate staff schedules for submission and approval of the Residential Director.
7. Supervise new staff orientation.
8. Coordinate Substitute Counselor training.
9. Coordinate volunteer orientation and training.
10. Coordinate in-house staff meetings.
11. Provide consultation, feedback and support to Counselors.
12. Notify the Residential Director of household and maintenance needs and provide for safety and security of residents, staff and property.
13. Act as primary liaison to agencies, families and other groups dealing with the residents of the program.
14. Protect the human rights of the residents and safeguard the confidentiality of their records.
15. Encourage community awareness of the needs of the mentally retarded and of residential programs.
16. Participate in staff meetings and in-service training sessions.
17. Use and further develop personal qualities such as flexibility, common sense, responsibility, initiative, problem solving, communication and sense of humor.
Programmatic:
1. Coordinate the ongoing assessment of the service needs of residents and assure that those needs are met within specified time frames.
2. Coordinate the development, periodic evaluation and revision of each Individual Program Plan and Quarterly Reports.
3. Advocate resident human rights and the rights to the least restrictive environment.
4. Act as an appropriate role model.
5. Counsel residents and teach them how to define and solve problems by facilitating self-expression and other means of communication.
6. Encourage the integration of residents into the community.
7. Teach residents independent living skills including, but not limited to, money management, food purchase and preparation, personal care, community mobility and resource awareness, day program/job responsibilities, use of leisure time and interpersonal skills.
8. Document resident progress and issues.
9. Plan appropriate recreational activities when necessary.
10. Provide transportation of residents, when necessary, to day placements, appointments and activities.
11. Perform other duties as required.
12. Maintain household petty cash and resident finances in an accurate, safe and timely manner.
13. Ensure that residents entering the program have a complete and thorough Diagnostic Study.
14. Ensure that the home meets Virginia State Department of MHMRSAS Licensure Requirements and any other applicable licensing regulations.
15. Ensure that fire drills are done correctly and documented at least monthly, including inspection of fire equipment.
16. Provide safe and home-like environment for staff and residents.
17. Maintain residents’ confidential folder in accordance with regulations and policies.
18. Provide one-to-one training for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and direct care of residents.
19. Provide coverage at the house when needed.
Physical Qualifications:
1. Free of TB communicable form.
- Location: Manassas / Woodbridge
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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