The role of a Program Director at a Developmental Disabilities (DDD) group home in Arizona is crucial for ensuring the well-being and quality of life of members with developmental disabilities.
Overall, the Manager play a vital role in creating a supportive, nurturing environment that promotes independence and enhances the quality of life for individuals in the group home.
Program Director's expected to work 60 hours per week with at least 4 day/evening shifts.
Here are the key responsibilities and functions of aManager andProgram Director in this setting:
1.Program Development and Implementation
- Design and oversee individualized support plans that cater to the unique needs of each member.
- Develop programs that promote skill development, social interaction, and community involvement.
2. Staff Management and Training
- Work as a Direct Care Professional, as needed.
- Recruit, train, and supervise staff to ensure they are equipped to meet the needs of members.
- Ensure shifts are always covered in the home for proper staffing ratio.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Responsible for positive staff morale.
- Keep employees’ training and certification requirements up to date.
- Verify and approve staff timesheets and confirm punch requests daily to ensure accurate timecards.
- Manage staff callouts.
- Act as a role model for the staff.
- Keep schedules posted in the home so all staff can reference.
