Community Services Program Manager

Asotin County; Nirsa; On-site; INR 4,963,000 - 5,768,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (3 options)

Dental

Vision

Pension

Deferred Compensation

11 Holidays

Floating Holiday

Vacation and Sick leave

Job summary

Asotin County is seeking a Community Services Program Manager to oversee programs aiding individuals with disabilities in securing employment and housing services. The role reports to the Community Services Director and ensures program compliance and staff supervision.

The position involves budgeting, stakeholder collaboration, staff development, and regular reporting to sustain inclusive services and transition opportunities for clients. Experience in social services is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any field required.
• Minimum 1 year FTE paid experience in social services to individuals with disabilities.
• Criminal background clearance required for employment.
• Ability to obtain valid driver’s license and meet other standard requirements.

Responsibilities

• Train staff and provide guidance to ensure program guidelines are met.
• Conduct performance evaluations and address issues.
• Collaborate with vocational rehab, housing support, and other agencies to provide services.
• Prepare regular reports on activities, outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor programs and conduct compliance reviews; participate in crisis planning.

Skills

Staff supervision

Crisis management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in any field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Employment Opportunities

Compliance with Statues

Equal Opportunity Employer

Asotin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Drug Free Workplace/Americans with Disabilities Act

Asotin County is a Drug Free Workplace and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons requiring accommodation should advise us of that need.

Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Asotin County will hire only United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Documented evidence of identity and employment eligibility must be presented at time of hire.

Community Services Program Manager

DATE OF POSTING: September 9, 2026

FIRST CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO REGULAR “FULL-TIME” OR REGULAR “PART-TIME” EMPLOYEES CURRENTLY WORKING FOR ASOTIN COUNTY.

POSITION TITLE: Vocational Program Manager

DEPARTMENT: Community Services

REPORTS TO: Community Services Director

RATE OF PAY: Range 37 $51,916.94 - $60,338.44 per year (DOQ)

BENEFITS:

• 3 Medical plans to choose from
• Dental
• Vision
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• 11 Holidays
• 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation and Sick leave

Summary

A Program Manager oversees the development, implementation, and management of programs aimed at assisting individuals with disabilities in securing and maintaining employment, or other basic needs defined by referral agencies. This role involves supervising staff, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various stakeholders to create inclusive and supportive housing services, transition services for students, employment and community inclusion opportunities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Training: Provides training, guidance, and support to staff to ensure they are equipped to deliver effective services in compliance with program guidelines.
• Conducts performance evaluations, provides feedback, and addresses performance issues.
• Collaboration: Collaborates with other organizations, such as vocational rehabilitation agencies, developmental disabilities administration, housing support agencies, and other resource and referral agencies to provide comprehensive support.
• Conflict Resolution: Addresses any issues or conflicts that may arise between clients and employers, and between staff members.
• Reporting: Preparing regular reports on program activities, outcomes, and compliance with regulations is a key responsibility.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: The Program Manager is responsible for monitoring programming activities and conducting compliance reviews to identify and address any potential issues.
• Staff training and development.
• Attend staff meetings, in-service training, and other training as available and assigned.

Compliance

A Program Manager plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with various regulations and guidelines to protect the rights and well-being of the individuals served.

• Understand requirements of the Rehabilitation Act 1973.
• Understand requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Understand requirements of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
• Other relevant state and local laws: The Program Manager must also be aware of and comply with any additional state and local laws that protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination and ensure equal employment opportunities.
• Disability Laws and Regulations: Providing training and education to staff on disability laws, regulations, and best practices for serving individuals with disabilities is essential.
• Provide crisis support and be part of the management of a crisis plan which may require schedule revision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Physical abilities include standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, pulling and lifting.
• Ability to utilize computer word processing and spreadsheet documentation. (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to transport participants in department vehicles.
• Ability to work with people with developmental disabilities and their family members.
• Ability to understand contract requirements and department policies and procedures.
• Ability to observe and report participant needs; advocate for quality-of-life changes and demonstrate positive support skills.
• Demonstration of support to people with special behavioral needs and to model appropriate behavior.
• Knowledge and experience of the social service system; ability to assist participants to access services.
• Ability to clearly, accurately and timely complete and submit time sheets, expense forms and other program documentation.
• Ability to interact with participants in supportive and respectful manner.
• Ability to communicate verbally; to report behavior and safety issues factually and objectively.
• Ability to interact with co-workers in a team approach which includes assertiveness, conflict management, limit setting and respect of a variety of work styles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Criminal background clearance is required for employment and every three years thereafter.
• Valid First Aide and CPR certification as soon after employment as course is offered.

Education/Experience

A bachelor’s degree, in any field, from an accredited college or university,

One (1) year Full Time Equivalency (FTE) paid employment experience in the direct provision of social services to individuals with disabilities.

OR

Ninety (90) quarter or sixty (60) semester hours of coursework, in any field, from an accredited college or university.

Two (2) years Full Time Equivalency (FTE) paid employment experience in the direct provision of social services to individuals with disabilities.

OR

A high school diploma or GED,

Four (4) years Full Time Equivalency (FTE) paid employment experience in the direct provision of social services to individuals with disabilities.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Asotin County will hire only United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Documented evidence of identity and employment eligibility must be presented at time of hire.

Category HR Status Open Posted September 9, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled