EMPOWER Program Manager — Lead Impactful Services

Easterseals PORT; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Merchant discounts

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead the EMPOWER team in New Bern, NC. This full‑time role features a Monday–Friday 9:00–5:30 schedule with some Saturdays, and offers a competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits.

Under supervision of the Program Director, you will oversee program development, budgeting, licensing, and quality assurance, while directly supervising program staff and coordinating with administrative functions to meet goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in human services.
• Minimum of three years of program and supervisory experience, including residential services.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Provide program development, personnel management, and overall operational administration for the EMPOWER program.
• Ensure quality services that support individuals to achieve personal outcomes; protect rights and welfare.
• Recruit, train and supervise assigned staff; conduct performance appraisals and feedback.
• Develop annual budgets and monitor financial performance; seek cost containment opportunities.
• Prepare for licensing inspections and audits; ensure compliance and corrective action as needed.
• Maintain program accreditation and licensure.

Skills

Personnel supervision

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in human services

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead the EMPOWER team in New Bern, NC. This full‑time role features a Monday–Friday 9:00–5:30 schedule with some Saturdays, and offers a competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits.

Under supervision of the Program Director, you will oversee program development, budgeting, licensing, and quality assurance, while directly supervising program staff and coordinating with administrative functions to meet goals.