Location: Saint Johnsbury,VT, USA
Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont's beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.
Senior Program Manager - DS Residential
Join Our Team as a Senior Program Manager
Are you ready to take the lead in ensuring that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive the highest quality care in a home environment? We're looking for a dynamic Program Manager to provide oversight of unlicensed Staffed Living homes in the Derby and St. Johnsbury area.
About Northeast Kingdom Human Services
NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont's beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 450 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont
Key Responsibilities and Scope
* Provide supervision to assigned Program Managers and Team Leaders.
* Support and assist Program Managers and Team Leaders with hiring perspective staff.
* Collaborate with Program Managers, Team Leaders and Director of Residential Services to manage assigned program budgets and individual consumer allocations.
* Provide support and guidance for assigned Program Managers and Team Leaders regarding crisis management and prevention.
* Provide professional guidance to staff to ensure quality of service delivery.
* Train assigned Program Managers and Team Leaders in the performance of their duties.
* Assist in program development.
* Fill in for assigned Program Managers as needed or requested.
Skills/Abilities We're Looking For:
* Expertise: Knowledge of program regulations related to DS and residential care for individuals with disabilities.
* Leadership: Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
* Team Player: Flourish in collaborative, diverse teams.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Previous experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
* Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) designation or QDDP eligible with designation within 3 months required.
* Experience in residential care strongly preferred.
* Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred.
SALARY & BENEFITS
* Competitive salary starting at $48,360/year + based on experience.
* Health and dental insurance.
* 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match.
* Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays.
* Outstanding employee wellness program
* Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefits.
NKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
Other details
* Pay Type Salary
* Required Education High School
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* Derby, VT, USA
* St Johnsbury, VT, USA