$44K - 44K a year
Lead and manage a residential program team providing care and support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring compliance with care plans, staff management, and communication with families.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years of experience supporting people with disabilities, Microsoft Office skills, valid driver’s license, and knowledge of relevant state regulations.
Description Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are actively seeking an experienced Residential Program Manager in Smyrna, TN. The Program Manager leads a team to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will support teams with day-to-day operations and challenges to achieve programmatic goals. Starting pay is $44,000/per year Responsibilities • Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed • Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition • Develop and implement activity programs including the Meaningful Day curriculum • Communicate with the families and guardians of individuals we support as needed • Ensure individuals are supported per their ISP/PCP including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely • Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns • Manage relationships with the families and guardians of the individuals in our care • Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned • Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's degree preferred; High school diploma or equivalent required • Microsoft Office experience • Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record • Knowledge of state regulatory agency operations and standards relevant to supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing Working Conditions • Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community • Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours • May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff Why Community Options? • Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday • Generous PTO • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs • 403b Retirement Plan • Incredible career growth opportunities • University partnerships that include tuition reduction Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V #IND-RU
This job posting was last updated on 10/11/2025