Assistant Program Manager- Intensive Group

Oconomowoc Development Training Center of Wisconsin LLC; Town of Oconomowoc (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

ESOP

Health insurance

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Genesee Lake School is seeking an Assistant Program Manager for its Intensive Residential program. You will supervise Direct Support Professionals, coach staff, and model best practices to support students with intensive needs in living, school, and community settings.

The role includes coordinating daily routines, behavior plan implementation, and documentation of progress and health. A driver’s license with a clean record is required, with on-call rotation and some evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or related field preferred.
• 2 years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a therapeutic & supportive environment required.
• Must hold and maintain agency status as a driver with an acceptable driving record.
• Must complete additional training within 4 months of starting the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, coaching, modeling, engagement, and 2:1 support of students with intensive needs in living, activity, school, and community settings.
• Assist with daily routines including personal care, nutrition, and safety support.
• Monitor and implement individual support and behavior plans.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of student progress, health, and activities.
• Support community integration and foster students’ independence through structured routines.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to Direct Support Professionals in day-to-day care and emergency situations.
• Support new hire training, onboarding, and reinforcement of care protocols and behavior management strategies.
• Monitor purchasing of supplies, equipment, and services; manage budget ledger.
• Assist with preparing and managing staff schedules, transportation plans, and activity coordination.
• Respond to staffing call-ins and help secure coverage while communicating with the Program Manager.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager and team; attend meetings including Individual Treatment planning and medication reviews.
• Work as part of interdisciplinary team to champion interventions across programs.
• Train program teams during transitions.

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 4 years of relevant work experience

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field

Job description

Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives.OverviewGenesee Lake School is currently seeking an Assistant Program Manager for their Intensive Residential program.Key ResponsibilitiesStudent Care & SupportProvides supervision, coaching, modeling, engagement, and 2:1 support of students with intensive needs in living, activity, school, and community settings.Assist with daily routines including personal care, nutrition, and safety support.Monitor and implement individual support and behavior plans.Ensure timely and accurate documentation of student progress, health, and activities.Support community integration and help foster students’ independence through consistent structure and encouragement.Team Leadership & TrainingProvide guidance and role modeling to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in day-to-day care and emergency situations.Support new hire training, onboarding, and reinforcement of care protocols and behavior management strategies.Support and implement agency and individual treatment approaches for students as identified in individual treatment plans and/or education plans as established by a Licensed Therapist and the treatment team.Monitors purchasing of supplies, equipment, and services for students and program area. Processes monthly receipts and credit card statement and updates the budget ledger.Operations & SchedulingAssist with preparing and managing staff schedules, transportation plans, and activity coordination.Respond to staffing call-ins and help secure coverage while communicating with the Program Manager.Communication & CollaborationCollaborate with the Program Manager, Program Coordinator, and team members to meet resident and program needs.Maintain clear, professional communication with staff, guardians, external providers, and stakeholders.Attend and contribute to meetings including Individual Treatment planning and medication reviews.Works as a part of an interdisciplinary team that includes therapists, case coordinators, SLPs, OTs, medical staff, and education staff, collaborating to champion use of behavioral and intensive therapeutic interventions and strategies across programs with GLS.Works with internal teams to transition students to a specific group. Provides training, modeling, and consultation for program teams as students transition and integrates into standardized programming.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED + 4 years of relevant work experience required. Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field preferred.2 years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a therapeutic & supportive environment required.Must hold and maintain agency status as a driver with an acceptable driving record.Must complete additional training within 4 months of starting the positionScheduleA full-time, hourly role focused on delivering hands-on leadership to program staff and direct support to residents.Flexibility is required to meet the evolving needs of the students and team, including participation in the on-call rotation.Weekends, evenings, and holidays may be required based on staffing or student needs.Regular travel to community settings and off-site activities is expected.Compensation: $28- $29/hour; based upon level of EducationComprehensive Employee Benefits PackageAt Genesee Lake School, a MyPath Company, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being, financial security, and professional growth. Our benefits package includes:Financial & Retirement Benefits401(k) Retirement Plan with MyPath Financial Wellness ResourcesEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)On-demand Access to Earned WagesStudent Loan Pay Down AssistanceTuition ReimbursementHealth & WellnessMedical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision PlansFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Life & Disability InsuranceVoluntary Life Insurance OptionsAccident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity InsuranceMy Voyage Wellness ProgramWork-Life Balance & Additional PerksPaid Time Off (PTO) AccrualEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Childcare Search AssistanceEmployee Discount Program via PerkSpotPet Insurance DiscountWe value our employees and are dedicated to providing meaningful benefits that enhance our owners lives.Additional InformationMyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.Our CultureAt MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:PassionAccountabilityTeamworkOpennessContinuous Learning and InnovationAs an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. 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