Program Manager, Community Living & Advocacy

Community Link, Inc.; Breese (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Link, Inc. seeks a Program Manager for the Community Integrated Living Arrangements (CILA) to support participants and families. The role focuses on opportunities for learning, skill development, and community inclusion in line with the agency’s mission.

The incumbent develops plans based on participant preferences, maintains documentation, and fosters collaboration with families and staff, ensuring effective advocacy and a person-centered philosophy in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services and 1 year of direct experience with individuals with intellectual or other developmental disabilities.
• Strong reading, writing and reporting skills; ability to interpret policies and procedures.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance (min 100,000/300,000 liability).
• Willingness to learn computer operations for participant data tracking and incident reporting.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a full member of the individual's support network; develops an implementation strategy from the Personal Plan.
• Completes all documentation timely to ensure compliance with program rules and regulations.
• Provide opportunities for community engagement and relationships for employment, volunteering and social experiences.
• Report participant progress and ensure outcomes meet participant needs and choices.
• Establish constructive working relationships with participants and their support network.
• Monitor money management and entitlements to protect participants' financial interests.
• Coordinate Direct Support Personnel training in compliance with the DHS curriculum.
• Promote volunteerism and outreach to position Community Link as a leader in programs and services.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Community Link, Inc. seeks a Program Manager for the Community Integrated Living Arrangements (CILA) to support participants and families. The role focuses on opportunities for learning, skill development, and community inclusion in line with the agency’s mission.

The incumbent develops plans based on participant preferences, maintains documentation, and fosters collaboration with families and staff, ensuring effective advocacy and a person-centered philosophy in daily operations.