Program Manager
Oversees activities of assigned DD programs providing independent program-related services as required by contractors (e.g., DODD), external entities with which business is conducted &/or evaluated (e.g., county DD agencies), agency requirements (e.g., develops, implements and evaluates program policies & procedures for assigned program(s); ensures consistency in interpretation of agency policies, procedures & contracts & provides guidance for, or independently established operational protocol; assist program managers, or other assigned staff (e.g., DD) with cases involving extreme behaviors requiring support &/or assistance from local authorities (e.g., police, emergency medical services, health & safety officials) &/or which present potential hazard to assigned staff (e.g., exposure to diseases, violence &/or threats, safety hazards).Maintains confidentiality of client and employee information, files, data; develops & implements operational goals & objectives; reviews case files for compliance with federal, state laws, agency standards, rules & accreditation guidelines.Acts as a community advocate, in order to foster and promote good neighbor perspectives, observances, and experiences; reviews statistics regarding services for specific program activities, trends, industry research results; assists external entities with difficult &/or sensitive inspections, investigations (e.g., county DD agencies).Review all direct care staff documentation to ensure compliance with county, state and federal guidelines. Review and implement ISP for purposeful and individualized planning. Determine if services are being delivered with the required frequencies for the plan. Work with staff, participants, and other team members to complete missing documentation or adjust services. Complete monthly home visits to monitor for quality services.Manage coverage for overnight, weekend, and after-hours emergencies by serving in an on-call rotation.