Position Overview
The Program Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the effective, compliant, and personcentered operation of DSN’s residential and communitybased programs. This position oversees daily program operations, staff coordination, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and the overall health, safety, and wellbeing of Individuals served. The Program Manager reports directly to the Director of Operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Reports directly to the Director of Operations and supports organizational goals and compliance standards.
- Coordinates and facilitates team meetings and staff training for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), including emergency evacuation procedures, stressreduction techniques, and consumer dietary plans.
- Ensures all DSP and supervisory staff certifications and licenses remain current and compliant with regulatory requirements.
- Develops, distributes, and monitors DSP schedules to ensure adequate coverage and continuity of care.
- Participates in the oncall supervisor rotation and attends staff meetings and other required organizational meetings.
- Acts as liaison to external agencies involved in consumer services, including day programs and community partners.
- Coordinates emergency shelter arrangements, provides staff with evacuation plans, and facilitates evacuation procedures during emergencies.
- Reports exposures to infectious diseases to the Quality Management Director and Incident/Risk Manager and implements containment procedures to protect Individuals and staff.
- Participates in the Rights Team, Grievance Committee, and Records Review Committee.
- Maintains high standards of regulatory compliance, documentation accuracy, and program integrity.
- Performs additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned.
