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Program Manager - Autism Services & Quality Assurance Are you an experienced Service Coordinator, Case Manager, or Program Manager passionate about person-centered care? Are you a supportive leader who knows how to hold a team accountable? Do you excel at the behind-the-scenes structure that makes a program thrive?

Important Note Before Applying:

The first 2 months of this role require a 100% hands-on, in-person training period with the clients. There is no remote work option during this initial training phase.

Job Overview Role Type:

Full-Time ( 32 hours per week )

Drug Policy:

Zero-tolerance, drug-free workplace.

Training Period:

100% hands-on and in-person for the first 2 months (no remote work)

Post-Training Schedule:

Hybrid (Approximately 26 hours of field quality checks in AM, PM, and 1 Night shift; 6 hours remote)

Pay Rate:

$34.00 - $36.00 / hour

Location:

Orange, CA Schedule:

Flexible and varying based on program needs (includes on-call boundaries)

The Program:

Supporting two adult women with moderate-to-severe autism in a highly personalized, client-centered environment.

Benefits:

Health and dental insurance provided after a 6-month introductory period. Mission & Vision Statement Cultivate a fun, loving, compassionate, educational program and environment for our clients on the autism spectrum where their unique potential is recognized, celebrated, and fully supported. Ensure that our clients stay healthy as a whole person (mind, body, emotions, social-wellbeing) with physical activities, the right nutrition, and other services. Foster a positive and family-like community rooted in team spirit, respect, kindness, and accountability. Your Mission & Impact As Program Manager, your primary focus is Quality Assurance and Operational Oversight. Rather than providing direct, front-line caregiving, you will act as the backbone of the program—auditing services, mentoring an all-female staff, and ensuring the exact wishes and routines requested by the clients' parents are executed flawlessly. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Compliance (Top Priority)

Audit Care:

Drive to community outings and the home to directly observe, evaluate, and audit staff interactions and external service vendors.

Honor Parent Wishes:

Enforce precise implementation of service details and routines exactly as requested by the families.

Review & Refine:

Review daily shift reports, progress notes, and incident logs. Update operational policies to maintain absolute safety.

Confidentiality:

Maintain strict professional boundaries and ensure zero leakage of private operational or client data to the staff.

Staff Leadership & HR Support Coach & Mentor:

Guide and support an all-female care team, delivering regular performance feedback and addressing concerns directly and immediately.

Admin, Quality Assurance, & HR Support:

Assist Main Admin with onboarding, offboarding, disciplinary actions, and payroll coordination. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance department.

Communication Boundaries:

Manage staff inquiries via call and text until 8:00 PM (shifting strictly to text-only from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM).

Client Wellness & Hands-On Connection Build Relationships:

Spend meaningful time with both clients to thoroughly understand their personalities, triggers, and communication styles.

Behavior Management:

Remain calm, professional, and therapeutic during moments of maladaptive behavior or aggression.

Job Requirements Required:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in ABA, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.

Experience:

4+ years in case management, service coordination, or autism services.

Leadership:

Direct experience supervising caregivers, managing accountability, and handling disciplinary actions.

Clinical Skill:

Direct experience working with individuals with moderate-to-severe autism and managing aggressive behaviors.

Logistics & Compliance:

Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, clean driving record, and ability to pass a background check and drug test.

Training Commitment:

Ability to complete the initial 2-month fully in-person training phase as noted above.

Preferred:

Master's degree in ABA, Psychology, or Social Work. Strong knowledge of positive behavior support and crisis de-escalation strategies. Basic understanding of fitness and holistic nutrition. Ready to Apply? If you are a resourceful leader who excels at operational excellence and ensures every client receives the highest standard of personalized care, we want to hear from you. Please apply today with your resume.

Pay:

$34.00 - $36.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Orange, CA 92869