Program Manager

Overview

About the Organization: The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us and to review the complete job description, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Position Summary
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The Arc is seeking a full-time Program Manager who oversees all direct support professionals for their assigned homes. The Program Manager ensures that all services and supports are person-centered and promotes a culture of advocacy within the residential homes.

• Scheduled Work Days:
  Monday - Friday
• Work Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk (Varies; flexible hours, nights and weekends required)
• Annual Salary: $66,124.24 - $70,091.69

• Advocacy:
  Support individuals in expressing their goals, choices, and rights.
• Communication:
  Actively listen and collaborate with individuals, families, and community partners.
• Relationship Building:
  Foster inclusive opportunities for meaningful connections and friendships.

• Individual Support & Planning:
  • Coordinate medical appointments and behavior support plans.
  • Lead person-centered planning and promote self-advocacy.
• Financial Management:
  • Develop and manage budgets; oversee expenditures and financial records.
  • Ensure cost-effective operations and proper documentation.
• Community Integration:
  • Promote frequent community outings and use of local resources.
  • Engage families and natural supports in activity planning.
• Home Quality & Safety:
  • Ensure homes meet safety, licensing, and maintenance standards.
  • Address site needs and provide emergency shift coverage.
• Communication & Documentation:
  • Maintain respectful communication with families, professionals, and staff.
  • Participate in and document meetings; facilitate inter-agency communication.
• Health Monitoring:
  • Oversee individuals’ health needs, medical services, and hygiene support.
• Professionalism & Leadership:
  • Model positive behavior, maintain confidentiality, and solve problems creatively.
• Supervision:
  • Hire, train, and manage support staff; provide ongoing feedback and team leadership.

Note: Travel between sites is required. On-call availability for emergencies, including nights and weekends, is expected.

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Customer service-oriented
• Excellent computer skills
• Minimum high school diploma
• 2 years of supervisory experience working with people with disabilities
• Must have knowledge of community resources available in Prince George’s County
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrate an intensive understanding of the agency’s vision in terms of recognizing and honoring individuals’ preferences and choices.

The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!