Program Manager

Program Manager DEPARTMENT:
Adult Vocational Services

REPORTS TO:

Adult Vocational Services Director

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervisor multiple entry level positions POSITION TYPE:
Exempt

LOCATION:

3636 S Independence St.

SCHEDULE:

Mon-Thurs 7:30a-4:30p SALARY RANGE: $58,750-$64,625 per year BENEFITS & PERKS:

• Medical – Exceptional Cigna benefits: $30.25/month employee cost, $750 deductible, 100% coverage after deductible
• Dental & Vision
• 401(k) plan with a 3% company match, available after one year of service during designated eligibility enrollment periods.
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Access to the NADSP Badge Academy

Since 1964, DDRC has been committed to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and supporting their families. With a team of 200+ dedicated staff, we offer a wide range of services from Early Intervention to adult residential, employment, and community programs. Our mission is grounded in inclusion, opportunity, and helping every person reach their fullest potential.

DDRC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

As a Manager at Developmental Disabilities Resource Center, you will supervise a dedicated team working directly with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Your role is pivotal in collaborating with other Managers and leaders to embrace and facilitate continuous change, identifying innovative approaches to enhance our business practices. Upholding the mission, vision, and values of DDRC is essential as you engage both employees and participants in our day programs.

Your creativity and focus on person-centered practices will guide you in developing impactful programs that truly meet the needs of those we serve. Additionally, your commitment to ongoing professional growth and learning will bolster your passion for helping others achieve their goals and dreams. As a proven self-starter and problem-solver with exceptional organizational skills, you will play a key role in driving quality assurance and enhancing the overall experience for individuals with developmental disabilities.

• Prioritizes and performs multiple tasks and meets deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to use approved physical and non-physical behavioral intervention techniques as appropriate.
• Will be required to work varied hours and change priorities as needed.
• Operates within policies and procedures set by Developmental Disabilities Resource Center policy, rules and regulations of the State and other governing bodies.
• Respects and supports all confidentiality/HIPAA requirements.
• Supervises direct care staff.
• May provide transportation as needed either through use of own or agency vehicle.
• Monitors the day to day operations of designated program.

• BA/BS in related field or combination of experience and education.
• 2 years or paid or volunteer experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• 1 year staff supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of program planning and development.
• Must have ability to work effectively as a team member.

• Physically transfers, repositions and otherwise physically assists people with developmental disabilities as needed to meet health and safety needs.
• Physical stamina to assist individuals safely, including the ability to stand, pivot, and transfer.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to push, pull, and position wheelchairs and other adaptive equipment.
• Manual dexterity for personal care and adaptive equipment support.
• DDRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Our team is dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive environment where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can thrive. We're a mission-driven organization that values commitment, teamwork, and long-term growth our average employee tenure is 9 years.

The position summary and the essential functions are not exhaustive and may be revised, with or without notice, based on funding, program needs, or organizational requirements. Changes will not be discriminatory, retaliatory, or violate laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).