Description:
Our Company provides support to adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to live more independently and become integrated into their communities. Our In-Home Caregivers (Support Coaches) provide support that includes, but is not limited to, driving, outings, some personal care, cooking, cleaning, budgeting and other tasks of daily living. The right people will be strong coaches, motivators and teachers. While experience may be helpful, we will train the right people who have the heart and spirit to support our customers.
Associate Coordinator Definition : Under the supervision of the Community Integration Coordinator, you will provide scheduling and support services and direct support services to 1-3 people with developmental / intellectual disabilities in their homes.
This position is working with a non verbal client. ASL knowledge preferred but not required
Pay Rate : $20.00
PRIMARY DUTIES :
Attend monthly AC meetings/Trainings at main administrative office
Assist coordinators with scheduling needs as needed
Any communication pertaining to business MUST be via work phone and work email
Must be willing to be flexible to meet business needs subject but not limited to scheduling, call outs, etc.
Assure maximization of IHSS hours for individual served.
Develop weekly meeting agenda with Coordinator and assist in organizing and leading weekly Team Meetings.
Assure Monthly Schedules for persons served are full, maximize IHSS and do not use Overtime.
Anticipate and communicate hiring needs to Human Resources.
Manage SSI funds to assure that individuals served optimize their personal resources. Assure tracking and maintenance of receipts to assure proper accounting of funds.
Assure submission of accurate time sheets for team members including maximizing IHSS.
Assure that persons served are taught to use public transportation as their primary means of access and that Support Coaches accompany them to do so.
Organize and direct team members in a manner that assures the following:
1. Assure that the individuals served are provided with assistance in all aspects of their daily living and that they receive supports in all areas needed to live a full active life of their choice.
2. In conjunction with the individual, assure implementation and follow through on all aspects of the IPP (Individual Program Plan) for people served.
3. Provide advice, guidance, and support to individuals regarding personal issues and life choices.
4. Act as an advocate for people served.
5. Act as liaison/consultant to individual's team.
6. Attend Individual Program Plan and interim meetings.
7. Assist with weekly team meetings.
8. Assure all data collection and daily documentation is completed.
9. Assure that individuals served have access to nutritional food that they enjoy.
10. Assure meal plans are developed, in place, trained on and ingredients are available to follow meal plans.
Requirements:
Education :
H.S. Diploma or equivalent required
Experience :
1- 2 years direct support experience with people with behavior challenges, medical involvement or psychiatric diagnosis preferred 1 year experience coordinating services for people with developmental disabilities (QMRP, IPC, Community Service Coordinator) preferred but not required 1 year experience in a supervisory position preferred
Certifications: Must have and maintain current CPR/First Aid Certification and present upon hire.
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