Program Supervisor - Day Services

PAI; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

PAI in White Bear Lake, MN, is seeking a Program Supervisor to lead 8–10 Direct Support Professionals and manage a caseload of 25–30 individuals in our day program. This role offers a daytime schedule with evenings and weekends free, ideal for someone transitioning into supervision or an experienced manager who values hands-on mentoring.

The Program Supervisor will train staff to DHS 245D requirements, ensure compliant service delivery, and collaborate in developing participant-centered plans.

Qualifications

• Meet Designated Coordinator standards as established per 245D.
• 21+ years of age or older.
• Pass an OIG and DHS background study and maintain approved status.
• Reliable transportation with valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, teach, and coach Direct Support Professionals and Lead DSPs according to DHS licensing requirements and PAI standards.
• Train and supervise staff to 245D requirements and PAI policies.
• Provide supervision, support, evaluation, and development of participants’ needs as per 245D licensing standards.
• Coordinate interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and retention of staff.
• Oversee and author CSSP Addendum, IAPP, SMA, and person-centered outcomes; observe staff for effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Training & coaching

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Human Services

Associate Degree in Human Services

Diploma in Human Services

50 hours of Human Services education/training

Job description

Ready to accelerate your career in human services management? Are you a leader who wants to make a difference in the lives of others? As a Program Supervisor in our day program, you will lead a team of 8-10 Direct Support Professionals, while also managing a caseload of 25-30 individuals. This is the perfect position for someone ready for their first supervisory role, or an experienced manager who enjoys the variety of combining supervision with hands-on support. In our day program, you will work a standard daytime work week at our White Bear Lake location. Keep your nights and weekends free!

PAI supports individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities with a wide variety of skills and interests. We offer opportunities to individuals, onsite and in the community, to build employment skills, to enjoy recreational and leisure activities and to achieve personal goals through meaningful experiences and programs. Be a part of our workplace that's diverse, team-oriented and focused on meeting the unique needs of people. Phoenix Alternatives Inc (PAI) is seeking applicants who are dedicated, caring, and passionate about supporting people with disabilities, who want to make a difference.

As a Program Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise, teach, and coach Direct Support Professionals and Lead Direct Support Professionals according to DHS licensing requirements and PAI performance standards. Ensure professional and regular communication to ensure ideas, concerns, and recommendations are given due consideration.
• Train and supervise program staff to 245D requirements and PAI policies and procedures.
• Provide supervision, support, evaluation, and development of participant's needs as specified in 245D licensing standards, PAI policies, and other applicable rules and regulations.
• Coordinate interviewing, hiring, on-boarding, and retention of staff.
• Oversee and author participant Coordinated Service and Support Plan Addendum (CSSPA), Individual Abuse Prevention Plan (IAPP), Self-Management Assessment (SMA), person-centered outcomes, and provide direct observation of staff members to ensure effectiveness of service delivery.
• Respond to identified support needs, interests, preferences, and desired outcomes for each participant.
• Oversee program staff to ensure adequate daily staffing.
• Ensure participant personal care needs are met and that proper transfer/lifting procedures are followed.

Your experience, skills, and attributes should include:

• Meet Designated Coordinator standards as established per 245D. Minimally have one of the following:
  • A Baccalaureate Degree in a field related to Human Services and one-year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older;
  • An Associate Degree in a field related to Human Services and two-years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older;
  • A diploma in a field related to Human Services from an accredited post-secondary institution and three-years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older; or
  • Minimum of 50-hours of education and training related to Human Services and disabilities, and four-years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets one of the qualifications in a-c above.
• 21+ years of age or older.
• Pass an OIG and DHS background study and maintain approved status without continuous supervision.
• Reliable transportation for work driving purposes, a valid driver's license to the bed/i??

Salary:

$49,000-$55,000 ($23.56-$26.44 hourly) depending on experience.

Location:

White Bear Lake, MN

PAI offers a supportive, innovative work environment that fosters individual growth, satisfaction, and a healthy work/life balance. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming work environment for people of diverse communities.