Program Manager (Adult Foster Care)

Spectrum Human; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life Insurance $10k

Short-term Disability

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

Advancement

Job summary

Spectrum Community Services is seeking a Program Manager for Adult Foster Care in Michigan. You will lead a team serving individuals with cognitive and physical challenges, supervise staff, and coordinate activities to promote community participation.

The role requires strong leadership to train and support team members, manage schedules and outings, and advocate for residents’ rights and access. Expect responsibility for group home operations, safety, and budgeting.

Qualifications

• Requires strong leadership and supervisory abilities.
• Experience supervising Direct Support Professionals or similar teams preferred.
• Ability to coordinate schedules, outings, and transportation for multiple clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Direct Support Professionals.
• Coordinate group home operations, scheduling, and training.
• Advocate for individuals to ensure community participation and rights.
• Oversee safety standards, budgeting, maintenance, and vehicle operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Program Manager (Adult Foster Care)

Program Manager (Adult Foster Care)

In this role you will lead a group of individuals dedicated to supporting individuals with cognitive and physical challenges to fully participating in their community. We are looking for individuals with strong leadership skills and the ability to supervise and train team members to providing excellent support and service. You will be responsible for managing schedules, supervising team leads, coordinating outings, advocating for individuals to have full access as members of our community.

Program Managers lead a team of Direct Support Professions that support people with disabilities, both by example and as outlined in each individual’s Person-centered Plan. This role creates a positive and supportive teamwork work experience within the group home; one in which all members contribute and are valued. The Program Manager is responsible for the operation of the group home, coordinating maintenance, ensuring safety standards, budgeting, staff-related issues, and vehicles.

What we offer

• BlueCare Network Medical and Rx
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision
• 403(b) with employer match
• $10,000Life Insurance,
• Short-term Disability,
• Holiday Pay (including Juneteenth),
• Paid Time Off.
• Paidtraining.
• Advancement opportunities.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/ G.E.D or equivalent
• Valid and unrestricted State of Michigan Driver's License with a good driving record
• Must have reliable and ongoing transportation.
• 2 years of related experience required
• Must successfully complete all required background clearances
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Most of all, the opportunity to lead and help others
• Successful completion of a comprehensive background check including fingerprinting, medical clearance (TB test, drug screen & physical exam), and clearance through Michigan Long-term Care (MILTC) screening

About the services weprovide.

Spectrum Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality support and life-enhancing opportunities for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. This may include individuals with mental illness diagnoses.