Day services manager

Hourly wage: $19.50 - $22.50 Monday - Friday

Position Summary:

Chrysalis is a company that provides a variety of support services for at-risk adults and/or juveniles that have developmental and intellectual disabilities. These individuals may also have a variety of fragile medical issues. This position requires the ability to work in stress-filled and safety-sensitive environments, to follow pre-approved programs, to make crucial decisions in regards to the care and treatment of at-risk individuals, and to communicate those decisions effectively to others.

The Manager will oversee the day-to-day operation of the Chrysalis Day Services Program by supervising, instructing, modeling and assisting Direct Support Professionals in providing direct services to the people of Chrysalis. The Manager will coordinate the development and implementation of Person Centered Plans and plan activities accordingly. They will ensure people's medical, financial and recreational needs are met. Managers will also ensure appropriate staff ratios and training are being fulfilled.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Punctuality and regular/consistent attendance at the worksite are required and the employee must be able adhere to their workplace schedule in order to ensure proper oversight of individuals.
• Stay awake, responsive, and communicate effectively to the individuals.
• Maintain the work schedule and appropriate staff coverage.
• Teach individuals daily living skills, supervise individuals with taking the appropriate medication.
• Strategically recruit job and activity opportunities.
• Plan appropriate activities for the individuals.
• The ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.
• Create opportunities for people to increase quality of life.
• Provide a clean, healthy, and safe environment.
• Implement Person Centered Support Plans and Follow Behavioral Plans.
• Supervise individuals according to the Supervision Guidelines and Support the individual’s choices accordingly.
• Complete necessary administrative tasks within established time frames.
• Complete all documentation required by Chrysalis and the State.
• Follow the Provider Code of Conduct/ Abuse Neglect and Exploitation Policy according to state standards.
• Assists Director with implementation of behavior plans and Supervision Guidelines.
• Monitor paperwork associated with individuals in groups (including attendance, data collection).
• Planning and ensuring execution of daily activities for clients, including community based activities and activities that promote learning of daily living skills.
• Provide adequate training for staff on their first 8 hour shift at the day program.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Requirements:

• Be able to drive a company vehicle.
• Minimum of least 21 years old.
• Keep eligible to drive under the Chrysalis Driving Requirement Policy.
• Pass and maintain a passable criminal background check and LEIE per state regulations.
• Pass required controlled substance tests.
• The ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.

Experience or Education:

High school diploma or GED.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent public relations skills working with the individuals’ family.
• Ability to communicate effectively with medical, professional, and state employees.
• Demonstrate good judgment and ability to handle crisis situations.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills working with the individual and co-workers (including the ability to stay calm and maintain professionalism under pressure).
• Demonstrate a service oriented attitude.