*Resume must be attached to your application to be considered.
LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer
Your responsibility as a Program Manager will be leading a team of 14-20 Direct Support professionals and individuals in providing exceptional care. Some of the additional functions of this position are:
Ensure all program supports and services are delivered.
Ensure all program staff maintains expected levels of participation in program operations.
Provide on the job training and modeling for all employees and direct the activities of employees.
Conduct Employee Performance Evaluations for program support staff during assigned time frames.
Ensure that DHSP goals and objectives are followed and required documentation exists for each goal area.
Communicate effectively with Program Director and Assistant Director, Residential Clinical staff, and DDS Service Coordinators to assure that all support needed are available to each client’s area of interest and/or need.
Evaluate the unique support needs not included within the DHSP process and utilize all resources to address these needs.
Ensure daily activity schedule is adhered to and that the chosen activities correspond to DHSP objectives.




Ensure staff decisions are based upon consumer choice and empowerment.
Assist individuals in the hiring and evaluation of program staff
Monitor health care needs of individuals served in coordination with the Health Care Supervisor to assure that delivery of these services occurs in a timely fashion.
Ensure that support remains flexible and responsive to client needs/interests.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION: Associates degree in Human Services related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years’ experience in day program setting.
Demonstrated history of quality work performance and teamwork in previous positions
Proven Leadership skills
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Maintenance of an acceptable CORI and fingerprinting
Valid Driver’s license
Use of personal vehicle for work purposes
Commitment to the philosophy of community inclusion
Equal Prospect Employer
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📌 Program Manager (Nova Scotia)
🏢 LifeStream
📍 Nova Scotia