Program Director - Full-time / Part-time

REM Iowa Community Services is seeking a Program Director to manage the day to day operations of community based programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental illness and/or brain injury. Program Directors ensure quality of services delivered and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Program Director also manages, hires, trains and schedule staff.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees program implementation of health and safety programs for individuals receiving services and employees
• Maintains program compliance with Network and regulatory standards for clean, neat, safe living environments
• Provides leadership and supervision of staff including performance evaluations, scheduling, orientation, and training; makes decisions on employee hiring, discipline, terminations; resolves employee issues within scope of position; implements program safety and worker’s compensation programs; implements Network employee practices

Maintains licensing and compliance for program services and supports; assures timely and accurate program documentation; implements Network compliance plan;

Maintains and fosters relationships with case managers for referrals; lobbies on behalf of the individuals receiving services and Network as appropriate

Maintains and fosters relations hips with individuals receiving services, families and guardians

Implements strategies to maintain census

Oversees and maintains quality enhancements and assists in developing individual program plans and related documentation; coordinates Network standards, licensing requirements and individuals supported needs; reviews and submits incident reports

Performs other related duties and activities as required

REM Iowa offers a comprehensive benefits package:

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k

In addition we offer non-traditional benefits:

· Flexible hours

· Advancement opportunities

· Short commutes

· Variety of paid training opportunities

· Working for one of the largest Human Services providers in the nation

About REM Iowa, a partner of The Mentor Network:

REM Iowa provides community-based residential options and supported living services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injury and other complex needs. Through a range of personalized services and support REM Iowa strives to help each individual live as independently as possible in the communities they call home.

Come join our team of dedicated and caring professionals!

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“Life to the fullest. Every Day.”

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least one year of related experience working with people with ID/DD preferred
• Minimum 2 years of previous supervisory experience
• Working knowledge of ICF rules and regulations
• Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills
• Computer literacy and proficiency
• Strong organizational skills and ability to deal effectively and creatively with issues and problems
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record

EOE/AAE