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Community Options, Inc. · 6 hours ago

Day and Employment Program Manager

Camp Hill, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$45K/yr - $50K/yr

1+ years exp

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. They are actively seeking an experienced Day and Employment Program Manager to develop and implement employment opportunities and programs for people with disabilities, ensuring financial goals are met and collaborating with other programs.

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Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate community-based vocational and employment programs

Supervise, evaluate, and provide direct support to employment specialists

Oversee the development of employment and volunteer opportunities for persons with disabilities

Coordinate entrepreneurial business ventures involving persons with disabilities

Responsible for contract disbursements for community-based programs

Assist with contract procurement as required

Network with business leaders in the community to increase employment opportunities for persons with disabilities

Coordinate contract requirements relative to vocational and employment activities with the appropriate agencies

Assist with grant development for vocational and employment programs

Participate and assist in the continued development of the Company’s Business Advisory Council (COBAC)

Maintain and follow all regulations with regards to wage and hour and other regulatory agencies

Recruit, screen candidates, and assist with training as necessary

Establish a method of job placement that includes a survey of potential job openings and facilitate interviews with potential employers and participants

Establish internships for people with disabilities with potential employers

Generate a mentoring program for participants through members of the business advisory council

Perform all duties necessary, in compliance with state approved objectives for Home and Community-Based Services (HCS)

Report program status to the Executive Director on a regular basis

Attend conferences, seminars, and training as needed

Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Qualification

Program ManagementDisabilitiesMicrosoft OfficeGrant DevelopmentTraining AbilityMulti-taskingInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTime Management

Required

BA or BS in related field with one-year experience working with people with disabilities in an integrated employment setting; or high school diploma or equivalent with three years' experience working with people with disabilities in an integrated employment setting

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Ability to patiently impart knowledge to others

Ability to aid in the training of people with disabilities on the required curriculum

Ability to effectively work under pressure, meet deadlines, and provide multiple supports to multiple participants

Ability to maintain effective relationships with other management staff, employees, and the general public, demonstrating sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the organization's public image

Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form

Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously