Day and Employment Program Manager

Description

• Manage and coordinate community-based vocational and employment programs
• Supervise, evaluate, and provide direct support to employment specialists
• Oversee the development of employment and volunteer opportunities for persons with disabilities
• Coordinate entrepreneurial business ventures involving persons with disabilities
• Responsible for contract disbursements for community-based programs
• Assist with contract procurement as required
• Network with business leaders in the community to increase employment opportunities for persons with disabilities
• Coordinate contract requirements relative to vocational and employment activities with the appropriate agencies
• Assist with grant development for vocational and employment programs
• Participate and assist in the continued development of the Company’s Business Advisory Council (COBAC)
• Maintain and follow all regulations with regards to wage and hour and other regulatory agencies
• Recruit, screen candidates, and assist with training as necessary
• Establish a method of job placement that includes a survey of potential job openings and facilitate interviews with potential employers and participants
• Establish internships for people with disabilities with potential employers
• Generate a mentoring program for participants through members of the business advisory council
• Perform all duties necessary, in compliance with state approved objectives for Home and Community-Based Services (HCS)
• Report program status to the Executive Director on a regular basis
• Attend conferences, seminars, and training as needed
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

• BA or BS in related field with one-year experience working with people with disabilities in an integrated employment setting; or high school diploma or equivalent with three years’ experience working with people with disabilities in an integrated employment setting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to patiently impart knowledge to others
• Ability to aid in the training of people with disabilities on the required curriculum
• Ability to effectively work under pressure, meet deadlines, and provide multiple supports to multiple participants
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with other management staff, employees, and the general public, demonstrating sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the organization’s public image
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction