Assistant Program Manager

purpose-sc; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Purpose-SC is seeking an Assistant Program Manager to oversee residential programs in Myrtle Beach, SC, providing leadership to a team and ensuring services align with organizational goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 3+ years in progressive management with individuals who have mental illness or developmental disabilities. Expect on-call responsibilities and adherence to DDSN standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years progressive management with individuals with IDD
• Demonstrated leadership to align vision with services
• Valid state driver's license in good standing
• Access to a registered vehicle with insurance if transporting clients
• Clear background checks, post-offer drug screen, and physical
• Capable of performing physical behavior interventions
• Excellent communication and basic computer skills
• Ability to work without constant supervision
• Understanding of DDSN standards and directives

Responsibilities

• Supervises other team members within the residential department.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities per policies and laws.
• Interviews, hires, and trains team; plans and directs work; evaluates performance.
• On-call schedule as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Management exp

Driver's license

Vehicle access

Background checks

Behavior interventions

Communication

Computer skills

Independence

DDSN standards

Patience

Education

Bachelor's degree or related field

Job description

Job description

Purpose- SC is excited for a great future and truly making a difference. We are looking for an Assistant Program Manager to help with our vision:

Purpose-SC is hiring Full Time Assistant Program Manager to provide assistance to our programs located in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Purpose-SC provides meaningful and rewarding employment opportunities supporting children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide residential, educational, and recreational programs to support and improve the lives of those we serve in a caring and compassionate team environment.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Directly supervises other team members within the residential department.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• On Call Schedule as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree required, or related field or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of three (3) years progressive management experience working with individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities.
• Have demonstrated leadership ability: the ability to integrate the vision of the organization with all supportive services and personnel.
• Valid state driver's license in good standing
• Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
• Successful clearance of local and state background checks, post-offer drug screening and physical
• Capable of successfully performing physical behavior interventions
• Patience, excellent communication, and basic computer skills
• Ability to work without constant supervision.
• Understanding of DDSN Standards and Directives, also outside licensing regulations and policies.