Day Program Manager

Job Title: THRIVE Manager Reports to: Director of Operations Supervises: THRIVE Team Position Overview: The THRIVE Manager oversees all day-to-day operations of SDS's adult day program, and assures compliance with SDS policies and procedures, prevailing statues, and regulations. The THRIVE Manager must routinely exercise discretion and independent judgement in the performance of the duties. Job Requirements: · Must be at least 18 years of age. · Hold a valid Colorado Driver's license that meets agency standards. · High school diploma or equivalent; degree in teaching preferred. · Successful completion of criminal background checks and pass drug test. · Experience working with individuals with disabilities. · Employee must pass all required trainings including but not limited to: First Aid/CPR, Safety Care, Relias, Transportation, etc. · Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. · Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability. · Ability to inspire and motivate. · Background in teaching and lesson planning preferred. Job Responsibilities: · Communicating with clients to understand their goals and ambitions. · Developing goals and curriculum based around individualized goals. · Help in the development of social and life skills. · Monitor, evaluate, and document progress of clients. · Maintains Day Program staff and individuals' schedules in compliance with SDS, state, and federal governments' requirements. · Schedules daily client and staff assignments to be carried out based on individual preference for the day. · Staff supervision: routinely provides feedback, coaching, and support of employees directly supervised. · Prompts teamwork approach among staff and individuals, and follow up on staff problems and recommendations. · Regularly meets with staff to address personnel, program, and administrative issues, and consults with the Director of Operations and Executive Director regarding issues requiring administrative attention. · In conjunction with the management team, screens and interviews for open positions and assures staff receives proper training. · In conjunction with Director of Operations & HR, assures corrective action and/or termination processes are followed per protocol. Ensures yearly evaluations of staff are done. · Ensures all paperwork within the department is being completed in a timely manner and is filed properly. · Ensures all documentation and billing for Day Program services is correct and entered in timely manner. · Joins the on-call rotation. · Works closely with the medical department to ensure all client health and safety needs are met. · Maintains familiarity and knowledge of standards and regulations applicable to Day Program operations and assures SDS program compliance. · Participates in licensing and accreditation surveys, including developing and facilitating any plans of correction. · Works closely with the individuals we serve, their parents and/or guardians, and their Case Management team. · Transport individuals in company vehicles. · Seeks out opportunities for individuals in community places, events, and activities. Nothing in this job description restricts the ability of Southeastern Developmental Services to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. Employment with SDS is at-will and may be terminated at any time by SDS or the employee without cause. I have read this job description and understand that it is my responsibility to perform the duties listed, as well as attend any in-service training required by the job. I recognize my obligation to perform my duties in accordance with SDS policies and procedures. I further recognize that SDS requires that I respect clients' rights, maintain client confidentiality, and report client abuse, neglect, and mistreatment.