Adult Day Training (ADT) Program Manager

Job Purpose

Els for Autism is located in Jupiter Florida on a beautiful 26 acre campus. This position works with the Program Director to lead, plan, implement, evaluate and continuously improve the Els for Autism Adult Day Training (ADT) Program which is housed in our new 21,000 square foot Adult Services Building designed specifically to meet the needs of autistic adults.

This role involves strategic oversight of daily programmatic operations, staff, outside support assistants, and volunteers, while incorporating evidence-based practices in applied behavior analysis (ABA) to ensure high-quality service delivery for adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities.

This position is responsible for overseeing and monitoring all clients, families / guardians and services within the program and collaborate as part of a transdisciplinary team of highly qualified clinical professionals.

Program Operations, Monitoring and Support :

Conduct intake meetings and situational assessments with incoming participants and their families to review program goals, provide orientation, and offer appropriate community resources.

Perform document reviews, using both formal and informal assessments to develop individual implementation plans for each client, written from the client's perspective.

Create and monitor the use of data tracking systems and monthly billing systems for the ADT Program, as required by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD.

Ensure safe program operations through regular incident reporting, safety audits, and adherence to ratios on campus and in the community.

Serve as a primary liaison with the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, Waiver Support Managers, participants, families, case managers, and other persons or entities who provide services or support to the client.

Monitor the ADT Program staffing needs and collaborate with the Program Director and the Human Resources Department in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of staff advertised staff positions and in securing volunteers.

Work collaboratively with the Program Director to prepare for and ensure successful outcomes of annual program external and internal audits.

Seek out and collaborate with local community organizations to provide inclusive program activities for clients across settings.

Collaborate with transdisciplinary team members (e.g., SLP, OT, MHC) to develop integrated strategies to address clients' needs.

Oversee and support ADT Program instructors in developing and implementing engaging monthly schedules, instructional activities, hands on materials, communication tools and visual supports aligned with client needs and evidence based teaching strategies.

Ensure all program staff adhere to HIPAA standards while collecting, storing and sharing PHI.

Staff Management & Support :

• Use evidence-based management strategies to foster a positive work culture focused on performance feedback, reinforcement, accountability, and professional growth.
• Supervise, mentor, and coach ADT instructors, support assistants, and volunteers to ensure fidelity to instructional models, positive behavior supports, and safety protocols.
• Implement and monitor staff training plans, including onboarding, continuing education, and regulatory compliance (APD, HIPAA, etc.).

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications :

Work Environment / Requirements :

Els for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Els for Autism is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace, where diversity is valued and all individuals, regardless of background, identity, or ability, are respected and provided equal opportunities for success. To learn more, please visit elsforautism.org.

Must successfully complete a Level 2 background check

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