Day Program Lead - Operations & Support

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Somers (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. seeks a Lead Staff to support the Program Coordinator and Program Manager in administering the DDS Day Program.

The role requires a solid understanding of DDS requirements, strong organization, problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead a team in structured settings with developmentally disabled adults. Responsibilities include daily operations, staffing schedules, transportation assignments, effective communication with stakeholders, mandatory DDS meetings, documentation

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 2 years field-related experience preferred.
• Experience interacting with people with intellectual disabilities is desired.
• Familiarity with basic computer software (Word, Excel, Outlook) is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Coordinator with daily operations of day support programming and operations.
• Complete daily staffing schedules and transportation assignments.
• Display effective communication with internal and external stakeholders as needed.
• Attend mandatory DDS meetings in compliance with DDS and CPM guidelines.
• Provide transportation when necessary.
• Assist Direct Care Staff in daily job responsibilities.
• Ensure all documentation is up-to-date and filed timely on a weekly basis.
• Track, gather and prepare individual data monthly for quality assurance reviews.
• Work with staff to ensure the safety standards are maintained at the facility and agency vehicles, reporting any findings to supervisor.
• Facilitate the completion of all documentation related to individuals serviced each day.
• Ensure all staff are proficiently in-serviced on individuals, PCP’s, BSP’s, protocols, etc.
• Track and document petty cash expenditures daily (where applicable).
• Facilitate teamwork and encourage innovative strategies to foster a productive work environment daily.
• Seek appropriate supervision and guidance when needed.
• Attend meetings and events as directed.
• Effectively respond to crisis and emergency situations with a calm and reasoned response as necessary or directed by Supervisor or other member of the management team.
• Adhere to CPM and DDS policy and procedures or reporting all incidents to guardians, Coordinator, DDS team, CPM management.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Kaizen Lab Inc. seeks a Lead Staff to support the Program Coordinator and Program Manager in administering the DDS Day Program.

The role requires a solid understanding of DDS requirements, strong organization, problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead a team in structured settings with developmentally disabled adults. Responsibilities include daily operations, staffing schedules, transportation assignments, effective communication with stakeholders, mandatory DDS meetings, documentation