The Salvation Army · 4 weeks ago
Assistant Program Manager (DDS/Millennium House)
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe Salvation Army is seeking an Assistant Program Manager for their DDS/Millennium House. The role involves coordinating in-house programming, ensuring the highest standard of services for individuals, and connecting them with necessary resources while advocating for their needs.
CharityNon ProfitRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Responsible for coordination and implementation of in-house programming, including assessments, goal planning, evaluation of daily progress, monthly resident reviews, monitoring recreational programs, seeking community resources, maintaining trip log for van use
Making independent judgments using discretion for the benefit of the individual
They will ensure the individuals receive the highest standard of services required and their day-to-day needs are met
They will ensure that all services are followed as written in the individual’s plans
Assistant Program Manager must be able to travel, have good writing skills, articulate and be an aggressive advocate
Can function at a full capacity within the duties outlined in the job description and requirement
The agency has embraced the concept of a fully integrated system of care for all individuals of service
This requires that all staff assesses the individual's needs holistically and see it as their responsibility to connect the individuals with services needed-internal or external to the agency, regardless of which of the individuals enters the system
Assess the needs of the whole individuals/family including their basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter
Ensure that referrals are made to appropriate internal and external services as required to meet the individual's families' needs
Follow-up on referrals you make on behalf of an individual’s family and respond to all referrals made to you/your program
Participate in cross-program service reviews that support the planning and coordination of service delivery and service closure and Other Duties as assigned
Responsible for organization of records and assuring records are up to date
Participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings/Staff meetings
In conjunction with Program Manager, create agenda for meetings, plan standard items of agendas, such as committee reports, announcements, and staff concerns
Collaborate with consultants, especially Psychologist on programming
Follow through on recommendations for U.R. committee
Attend U.R. meeting when delegated
Completes and maintains investigation certification as it relates to incidents within the DDS
Will ensure all safeguards of l life safety situations with individuals are implemented and are being followed
Maintain and submit timely and accurate records and reports regarding the health and safety of the individuals and the quality of each program
Submit, update and close all incidents for the program
Maintain compliance with OPWDD and the Justice Center regarding incidents
Make records available for review for IPR & UR
Awareness of and sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of persons and population served
Prepare staff schedules of Program Specialists. Includes responsibility for vacation, personal, and sick leaves as well as maintaining coverage during any emergency periods of staff shortages
Ensures appropriate staffing pattern as per facility policy
Conducts scheduled supervisor meetings to discuss programming and staffing issues
Evaluates individual work performance of all staff through observations, and performance counseling in conjunction with the Program Manager
Ensure each individual, is being provided and/or assisted in skill development in areas such as activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation and socialization as needed
Assist Program Manager in devising and executing relevant agency/program policy, in accordance with OPWDD and/or other funding agency guidelines
Conducts frequent rounds on all shifts and submits reports to Program Manager, to ensure that safety and health requirements are observed, that the physical environment is comfortable and stimulating and that quality individual care and programming are provided
Performs responsibilities of a medical assistant Tracking appointments, communicating with the CMS, Nurse, relevant doctors and managers, ensures accuracy of medication inventory, records and orders refills, when necessary, Track and follow up on medical appointments to ensure individuals’ good health, Complete medical referral forms, Complete monthly medical book reviews
Ensures coordination by supervisors of all transportation activities to assure maximum use of transportation services for day programming, recreation services, medical, and special requirements
Ensure the transporting of the individuals to and from programs, community inclusion activities, medical appointments, home visits and all other activities as needed
Ensure Completion of Staff Information Entry Form when Escorting the individuals on medical appointments
Ensures the timely receipt and ongoing availability of all individual’s needs (toilet items, clothing, and personal effects)
Prepares Day Program progress reports at ITT reviews as assigned
Distributes petty cash funds to the staff or collects petty cash receipts and submits them to the Program Manager
Conducts monthly fire evacuation drills including all staff members on all shifts
Participates in admission and discharge reviews and makes recommendations to Program Manager
Develops monthly recreation schedule in consult with Program Manager
Implements and monitors in-house and community recreational activities, providing hand-on assistance as needed
Other duties as assigned
Directs care as necessary
Attendance standards; 100 PM - 900 PM. Sunday thru Thursday, and at the discretion of the Program Manager
The essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the duties listed in the job description
Qualification
Required
Highschool Diploma with one (1) year experience in Human Services (Social Work, Psychology, Special Ed., etc.) or related field required
1-year administrative experience
2 years minimum experience working with individuals diagnosed with intellectual disability (ID)
Has respect and consideration for the resident being served
AMAP, SCIP-R and First Aid/CPR Certified
A Valid Driver's License is required (Must be able to drive large vehicle which consists of wheelchair or 15-seater van)
Preferred
Associate's Degree preferred
Company
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is a charity organization that focuses on rehabilitation, job training, veterans, and grassroots services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$0.06MKey Investors
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2023-06-30Grant· $0.05M
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