Program Supervisor

About the role

The Program Supervisor at Evergreen Life Services Texas performs assigned program coordination responsibilities. This position is commonly referred to as QIDP.

Responsibilities

• Maintain caseload as assigned.
• Develop, prepare, and monitor individual support plans according to the guidelines of the appropriate federal and/or state agency (ies).
• Cookordinate and arrange appointments, meetings and other administrative matters on behalf of individual served.
• Aid in supportive role for the individual served and his/her family and work with appropriate agency on behalf of assigned individual served.
• Cookordinate interviews with prospective individuals and their families and complete appropriate admission paperwork. Additionally, process discharges as needed.
• Conduct unannounced visits as needed.
• Ensure all paperwork is complete, accurate, and submitted by the appropriate due date(s).
• Aid in the expansion of current programs and supports and with the development of new services/supports.
• Participate in community activities or liaison efforts with other agencies or entities.
• Abide by all policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines for safety, quality assurance and general corporate oversight. Ensure quality of services for all programs.
• Aid in specialized training of staff members as required.
• Oversee and monitor the work of assigned staff as requested by the Executive Director or designee.
• Provide technical assistance to administrative staff.
• Monitor timesheets, mileage sheets, and daily schedules of administrative staff.
• Aid in homes as needed to ensure staff coverage at all times.

Qualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge

• State required educational requirements. Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least one year of experience working in the field of ID/DD.
• Must have working knowledge of matching specific supports and interventions to the unique needs of the people in the home.
• Must have a working knowledge of person centeredness.
• Working knowledge of computers and aptitude to learn new computer skills and techniques.
• Occasionally travels
• Constantly moves about to coordinate work
• Regularly works in fast pace environment with multiple task deadlines
• Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions
• Constantly alert and observant during working hours

Supervisory Requirements

• Will supervise
• Ability to meet the public in a manner that reflects creditably upon the organization and must have the ability to deal with individuals served and staff in a manner that is conducive to harmony and their best efforts
• Must be adaptable and have the ability to make decisions
• May be required to attend seminar or job-related training courses
• Must have understanding, patience and tact in dealing with individuals served, their families or advocates and other agencies involved in providing supports for individual(s) served
• Must have the ability to maintain good working relationships with Evergreen staff and with contacts from other agencies or entities
• Must be able to prioritize work tasks
• Must be able to work without close personal supervision
• Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.
• Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. May be asked to work some evenings, weekends when required and handle on call emergencies.
• May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments both indoors and outdoors.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible to accommodate the needs of the individual served and the community.

Company

We want to make a difference too. Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. We have nearly 2000 employees and more than 1100 individuals served in eight states, including Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Georgia, Tennessee and Florida.

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team, because at Evergreen, everyone matters.

Evergreen, in its mission is to serve, provide for and champion individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is looking for qualified, caring individuals to work with us.

Company Website: evergreenls.org

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