A Non Profit Organization
HUMAN RESOURCES:

1721 Westwind Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93301

Telephone: 661-431-1466
Fax: 661-431-1478

Position: Program Manager – After School
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., as business needs dictate
Reports to: Site Facilitator

Job Summary: This position helps to develop, maintain and implement individualized programs for students with Autism, or other Developmental Disabilities, ages 3 – 22. This position also trains and supervises instructional assistants for student caseloads according to Valley Achievement Center policies and procedures. Program Managers are responsible for development of students Individual
Program Plans (IPP) to ensure that the goals and objectives are properly carried out according to
VAC's educational methods, policies, techniques and standards. In addition, Program Managers are responsible for training and supervising Instructional Assistants and providing staff performance feedback.

Job Requirements:

• Ensure student and employee safety at all times.

• Develop, maintain and implement Individualized Program Plans (IPP) for students with various functional/cognitive levels on the Autism spectrum, and with other developmental disabilities.

• Provide Instructional Assistants feedback on assigned caseloads to ensure fidelity to program goals.

• Plan, organize and prioritize program related materials; completes all required work assignments according to established deadlines.

• Prepare Quarterly Progress Reports related to students' programs.

• Maintain a professional and objective relationship with students, parents, VAC vendors, supervisors and other employees.

• Protect and uphold student confidentiality at all times.

• Complete performance evaluations on Instructional Assistants.

• Preparing monthly progress reports on the student’s performance and indicating areas of improvement to Site Facilitator as needed/requested.

• Conduct clinical meetings as needed with instructional assistants to discuss specific information regarding employees, students, instructional methods, behavior plans, policies, etc.

• Attends, and actively participates in, all required employee meetings/trainings, including presenting goals and progress at IPP Meetings.

• Conduct scheduled evaluations of IA’s in collaboration with Site Facilitator and performance observations.

• Ensure implementation of VAC techniques and approved methods of intervention for student behavior(s) by the Instructional Assistants.

• Obtain and analyze data pertaining to student’s IPP goals.

• Work with a variety of students within the Autism Spectrum or with other Developmental

Disabilities.

• Maintain organization of student work area, classroom area, common areas, including securing the building at the close of business hours.

• Ability to exercise appropriate Professional Assault Crisis Training Techniques (Pro-ACT) when necessary.

• Follow appropriate chain of command when faced with concerns related to students, parents,

VAC vendors, supervisors and other employees.

• Reviews, edits and approves Instructional Assistants time cards bi-weekly, in accordance with payroll guidelines.

• Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and personal accountability; looks for ways to improve or promote Program Quality.

• Adheres to all VAC policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Actively participate in community based instruction throughout the year, and actively participate in water activities (changing into appropriate swim attire is required, as outlined the VAC Dress

Code).

• Exemplifies VAC’s Mission, Vision and Core Values.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• 1 year experience at VAC or similar school setting, or licensed child care center.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Behavior Modification and Applied Behavior Analysis techniques.

• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) with students, parents, VAC vendors, supervisors and other employees.

• Ability to work as a team, actively participate and collaborate with other team members.

• Knowledge of crisis management techniques required.

• Ability to maintain composure remains objective, demonstrate sound judgment and react effectively in challenging situations.

• Must possess the following competencies: analytical, problem solving, delegation.

• Prior experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities required.

• Flexible and adaptable to program and organizational changes.

• Exhibits a positive, solution oriented and motivating demeanor at all times.

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.

• Proficient in computer applications including all Microsoft Office programs.

Educational Requirements:

• Minimum AA (or equivalent) in psychology, child development or related field preferred; or equivalent experience and/or combined education.

• Minimum of 6 child development semester units (or equivalent) and currently enrolled working towards 12 Child Development semester units - the units specified shall include a course covering each of the following areas Child Growth and Development; Child,

Family, and Community; and Program/Curriculum. Official transcripts will be required when applying (Social Skills, Preschool, and Intermediate After School only).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.20 per hour