Program Manager, Adult Disability Services

Aspire Living & Learning; Maryland; On-site; USD 43,200 - 52,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aspire Living & Learning is seeking a motivated Program Manager to oversee operations for adults with developmental disabilities in Maryland. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, ensuring quality clinical services, and managing schedules according to regulations.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's in Human Services, experience in the field, and strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and retirement plans, along with ample paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or equivalent experience required.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Mentor and supervise shift supervisors and direct care staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and manage staffing schedules.
• Write clinical assessments and assist with ISP assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Therap experience

Job description

At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day.

Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Program Manager/ Residential House Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations for adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring that all supported individuals are receiving appropriate clinical and medical services in Harford County. The Program Manager will mentor, develop and supervise shift supervisors and direct care staff, ensure adherence to all DDS, funding agency, and state regulations, maintains and monitor staffing schedule, assist with writing clinical assessments and overseeing ISP assessments, and assume on-call responsibilities as required. The Program Manager will also assist and instruct individuals in all aspects of their IP, administer medication when required, provide in-house and agency-contracted training and consultation services, adhere to budgetary guidelines, assist and instruct residents with daily living skills, behavioral and habilitative plans, medical, psychiatric and socio-emotional needs, and work with the People Team to plan and implement corrective action when necessary.

Salary: $48,000 annually

Schedule: Varies / Must be Flexible

Our ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education & experience required.
• Experience providing support to individuals with disabilities and challenging behaviors.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Basic Computer skills, experience using Therap a plus!
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Empathy, enthusiasm, and a passion and dedication for helping others.
• In some locations, a valid US driver’s license, vehicle, and auto insurance may be required, with at least 3 years of driving experience. Access to reliable transportation is required, and some positions may require the use of a personal vehicle to transport supported individuals, depending on program needs.
  
  

Employees at Aspire enjoy working with a collaborative and dedicated team that values a culture of belonging and care. We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options - Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON - Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
• Generous Paid Time Off - Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays.
• Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more!
  
  

If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you.

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

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