Program Director

Lutheran Services Carolinas; North East; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in the North East of England is seeking a Program Director to oversee a residential program for adults with developmental disabilities. The role includes coaching skills, managing compliance, and providing community support. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Human Services and two years of relevant experience. The annual salary ranges from £55,000 to £60,000 and involves full-time work with responsibilities spanning multiple sites and on-call crisis support.

Qualifications

• Must have strong computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Organizational skills are required.
• Available to work evenings as required.
• QPC credentialed is a must.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the residential program.
• Coach adults with developmental disabilities in independent living skills.
• Ensure compliance for internal audits including MCOs and DDSN.
• Provide support to other areas relating to community resources.
• Work at both sites weekly and provide 24/7 on-call crisis.

Skills

Nurse Management

Program Management

Employee Evaluation

Management Experience

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Administrative Experience

Budgeting

Leadership Experience

Program Development

Supervising Experience

Addiction Counseling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or similar field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Program Director will oversee and manage the residential program. He/she will coach adults with developmental disabilities in independent living skills. The Director will maintain leases, update regulations, and coordinate services with collaborative partners. He/she will maintain residential plans and monitor plans for each client within the program. The Director will ensure that the residential program is in compliance for internal audits including but not limited to auditing by MCOs DDSN and other entities as required. He/She will provide assistance to residence for HUD re-certifications and complete all necessary program eligibility requirements. Program Director will provide support to other areas relating to community resources.

Addendum: Program Director for Building Independence and Green Level will be in a dual setting. Program Director will be required to work at both sites weekly and provide 24/7 on-call crisis.

Essential Functions

1. Coach adults at both sites in the development of independent living skills including but not limited to leisure time and money management, good health, safety and social skills development.
2. Assist adults in maintaining schedule for monthly inspection requirements.
3. Assist with organizing group social activities, monthly resident meetings, data collection and reporting.
4. Complete weekly general contact notes on each resident.
5. Schedule emergency and preventative maintenance repairs.
6. Maintain monthly event calendar and on call calendar.
7. Ensure a safe living environment that is comfortable, productive, and stimulating.
8. Advocate for residents and support coverage as required.
9. Represent Lutheran Services Carolinas in the community including families, guardians, churches, support groups and other professionals.
10. Facilitate stakeholder meetings and communicate with providers and guardians.
11. Facilitate lease and housing paperwork as required to ensure continued housing eligibility.
12. Occasional assistance with cleaning and shopping may be required.
13. Other duties and special projects as requested.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Program Manager, Lead TBI Direct Care Worker, RCII Direct Care Worker, HCI RCI (supervisory roles are dependent on the residential program).

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors Degree in Human Services or similar field of study.

Experience: at least 2 years experience working with population served.

Specific skills/abilities: Must have strong computer skills (Microsoft office). Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Organizational skills are required. Must be available to work evenings as required. Ideal candidate will have an excellent work ethic, be flexible, able to multi-task and problem solve.

Specialized knowledge licenses etc: Must be QP credentialed. Community resources and services to population in Durham, Orange, Wake and surrounding counties as well as state resources. Must have Valid Drivers license.

Required Experience

Director

Key Skills

• Nurse Management
• Program Management
• Employee Evaluation
• Management Experience
• Teaching
• Curriculum Development
• Administrative Experience
• Budgeting
• Leadership Experience
• Program Development
• Supervising Experience
• Addiction Counseling

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 55000 - 60000