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Program Manager jobs are a strong fit for OPT students with degrees in business, engineering, or computer science. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa transition, and many employers in tech, healthcare, and consulting actively sponsor. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension, gives you real runway to land and grow in this field.
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Case Manager / Program Manager / IDD Qualified Professional
Type:
Regular
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
As a Human Services / Support Coordinator or Qualified Professional with RHA, you will serve as the center of the interdisciplinary service team, which consists of nurses, Direct Care Associates, the Administrator and Group Home Manager, to guide the development of person-centered plans and overall programs based on the information you gain from interviewing the people we serve. A Qualified Professional serves as the primary individual contributor, coordinating and monitoring the array of services and supports needed to address each person’s goals and desired outcomes as identified through the personal outcome interview, including health and well-being, psychological, and promotion of personal independence. The QP assists each person in identifying and communicating his or her requests and needs for services and supports. The QP supervises, integrates and coordinates person centered plans, and monitors progress towards personal, clinical, and functional outcomes. The QP initiates periodic reviews, investigations, modifications and adjustments by soliciting the person’s feedback as the person wants and needs change. The QP may supervise the work of others.
Annual salary: $52,000
Job Responsibilities
- Assisting each person we support to identify and communicate his or her requests and needs for services and supports through direct interviews
- Supervising, integrating and coordinating person-centered plans and monitoring progress towards personal, clinical and functional outcomes
- Initiating periodic reviews, investigations, modifications, and adjustments by soliciting the feedback of the people we support as their needs and goals change
- Reviewing assessments completed by the people we support and other members of the interdisciplinary team to best help the people we support to meet their full potentials
- Supervising and writing the person-centered plan based on assessments, interviews, and observations
- Overseeing many aspects of residential activity, including home appearance, leisure materials, cleanliness, and community integration to ensure that the people we support are healthy and safe
- Visiting vocational centers, residential homes and any other area RHA provides services in to assess how person-centered plans are implemented
- Reporting to the Administrator and working closely with colleagues to maintain communication and provide feedback, standardize procedures, expedite person-centered plan implementation and workflow and improve employee performance
- Monitoring activities to ensure that quality assurance and/or state survey improvements are being made
- Helping to recruit, hire, train and dismiss Group Home Managers
- Serving as the link between the people we serve and their families and legal guardians to gain approval for services provided
- All other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Services, Human Services or Special Education required; Master’s degree a plus
- Minimum 2 years experience working with persons with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities required; 1-year experience if paired with Master’s degree
- Working knowledge of applicable regulations that apply to our service offerings
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- Supervisory/management experience and experience writing person-centered (individualized service) plans preferred
Pre-employment screening:
- Complete criminal background
- Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
- Drug testing
- Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
- Proof of employment history or references (if required)
- Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
We offer the following benefits to employees:
- Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA:
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
We are hiring for:
Case Manager / Program Manager / IDD Qualified Professional
Type:
Regular
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
As a Human Services / Support Coordinator or Qualified Professional with RHA, you will serve as the center of the interdisciplinary service team, which consists of nurses, Direct Care Associates, the Administrator and Group Home Manager, to guide the development of person-centered plans and overall programs based on the information you gain from interviewing the people we serve. A Qualified Professional serves as the primary individual contributor, coordinating and monitoring the array of services and supports needed to address each person’s goals and desired outcomes as identified through the personal outcome interview, including health and well-being, psychological, and promotion of personal independence. The QP assists each person in identifying and communicating his or her requests and needs for services and supports. The QP supervises, integrates and coordinates person centered plans, and monitors progress towards personal, clinical, and functional outcomes. The QP initiates periodic reviews, investigations, modifications and adjustments by soliciting the person’s feedback as the person wants and needs change. The QP may supervise the work of others.
Annual salary: $52,000
Job Responsibilities
- Assisting each person we support to identify and communicate his or her requests and needs for services and supports through direct interviews
- Supervising, integrating and coordinating person-centered plans and monitoring progress towards personal, clinical and functional outcomes
- Initiating periodic reviews, investigations, modifications, and adjustments by soliciting the feedback of the people we support as their needs and goals change
- Reviewing assessments completed by the people we support and other members of the interdisciplinary team to best help the people we support to meet their full potentials
- Supervising and writing the person-centered plan based on assessments, interviews, and observations
- Overseeing many aspects of residential activity, including home appearance, leisure materials, cleanliness, and community integration to ensure that the people we support are healthy and safe
- Visiting vocational centers, residential homes and any other area RHA provides services in to assess how person-centered plans are implemented
- Reporting to the Administrator and working closely with colleagues to maintain communication and provide feedback, standardize procedures, expedite person-centered plan implementation and workflow and improve employee performance
- Monitoring activities to ensure that quality assurance and/or state survey improvements are being made
- Helping to recruit, hire, train and dismiss Group Home Managers
- Serving as the link between the people we serve and their families and legal guardians to gain approval for services provided
- All other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Services, Human Services or Special Education required; Master’s degree a plus
- Minimum 2 years experience working with persons with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities required; 1-year experience if paired with Master’s degree
- Working knowledge of applicable regulations that apply to our service offerings
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- Supervisory/management experience and experience writing person-centered (individualized service) plans preferred
Pre-employment screening:
- Complete criminal background
- Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
- Drug testing
- Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
- Proof of employment history or references (if required)
- Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
We offer the following benefits to employees:
- Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA:
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Program Manager
Target employers with H-1B filing history
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for Program Managers before are far more likely to do it again. Look for mid-to-large employers in tech, defense, and consulting, where PM roles are a standard part of the workforce.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
Program Manager roles typically require a degree in business, engineering, or a related technical field. When applying, connect your specific degree to the job's requirements explicitly, this matters for both employer confidence and future H-1B eligibility.
Apply to STEM-adjacent PM roles if you have a STEM degree
Technical Program Manager and IT Program Manager positions often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. If your degree is in engineering, CS, or a related STEM field, prioritize roles with a technical scope to maximize your authorization window.
Address your OPT timeline early in conversations
Recruiters appreciate transparency. Mention your current OPT authorization and STEM extension eligibility upfront, this removes ambiguity, filters out employers who won't sponsor, and saves time on both sides of the process.
Highlight cross-functional leadership in your resume
Program Managers are evaluated on their ability to coordinate across teams under pressure. Concrete examples of managing stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables in previous roles or internships directly address what sponsoring employers want to see.
Pursue PMP or Agile certifications to strengthen your profile
A PMP certification or Scrum Master credential signals professional seriousness and reduces employer risk perception around sponsorship. Many hiring managers treat certifications as a differentiator when evaluating OPT candidates against domestic applicants.
Program Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Program Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on the specific role and your degree. Technical Program Manager and IT Program Manager positions often qualify if the work is directly tied to a STEM field and your degree appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. A general Program Manager role in a non-technical industry is less likely to qualify. Confirm with your DSO before accepting any offer.
How do I find Program Manager jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Program Manager roles from employers with a verified history of sponsoring work visas, so you're not wasting applications on companies that won't hire international students. Filter by role and authorization type to focus your search on positions where OPT is explicitly supported.
Can I work as a Program Manager on OPT if my degree is in a non-business field?
Yes, as long as the role has a clear connection to your field of study. An engineering graduate managing technical programs, or a computer science graduate overseeing software delivery, can typically demonstrate the required relationship. The connection needs to be substantive, vague overlap between your degree and the job description is unlikely to satisfy your DSO or a future H-1B adjudicator.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Program Manager role is eliminated or I'm laid off?
You enter a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment. During that window, you can find a new Program Manager role and update your employer information with your DSO, transfer to a different visa status, or prepare to leave the U.S. if no options pan out. Do not let the 60 days lapse without taking action, unauthorized presence has serious long-term immigration consequences.
Are contract or consulting Program Manager positions valid for OPT?
Yes, contract and consulting arrangements can be valid for OPT, but the work must still be directly related to your degree and constitute legitimate employment, not self-employment. If you're placed by a staffing agency, the agency is typically your employer of record. Make sure your DSO updates your OPT records to reflect the correct employer, and clarify with them whether the arrangement meets SEVIS reporting requirements.