Program Coordinator Assistant

Essential Duties

Under the direction of the Program Coordinator the Program Coordinator Assistant is responsible for the following:

• Supervises clients directly or is aware of general whereabouts of clients (depending on upon assessed level of assistance needed).
• Participate in the development and implementation of individualized systematic behavior change programs for clients directed at reducing maladaptive behaviors and increasing prosocial behavior.
• Communicates with supervisor and designated staff regarding client and program issues.
• Supervise and/or provides hands on assistance in clients’ activities of daily living, vocational, self-care tasks, as well as other client related care tasks as assigned.
• Plans and supervises activities for clients including facilitating treatment within the program and in the community.
• Administer medications, accurately charts medical issues, counts and documents all controlled and prescribed substances and orders medications.
• Intervenes in crisis situations, using approved methods promoting the safety of all clients and staff.
• Perform tasks necessary for the operation of the program/home including housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, supplies shopping, maintenance and safety checks/drills.
• Performs/coordinates all routine facility and equipment maintenance, upkeep and necessary repairs.
• Enforce safety guidelines for clients. Follows general safety practices, documents and reports any unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Has thorough knowledge of fire and smoke alarm systems and all emergency evacuation procedures.
• Assist in orientation of new clients to facility by explaining rules, expectations and daily routines.
• Attends in-service training programs as required.
• Scheduling of direct care staff and review of employee timecards for accuracy.
• Responsible for assurance of proper staffing ratios, including covering shifts as scheduled and when necessary.
• Ability to fill in for the Program Coordinator in their absence.
• Ability to train with multiple clients and have a thorough understanding of each client’s individual behavior plan.
• Participate in orientation and training of new staff members, review of training policies and follow-up to ensure new hire training completion.
• Maintain program records and completes program reports as required. Reviews and audits client records to ensure completeness.
• Transportation and accompaniment of clients in community settings including; medical appointments, community integration, recreation etc.
• When working in vocational programing activities:

A. Exposure to all kinds of paints and finishing solvents

B. Lifting up to 25 - 50 pounds occasionally

C. Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel on knees as indicated by activity assignment

General Duties

Additional duties as assigned.

Qualification and Education Requirements

• Must possess as a minimum educational requirement a High School Diploma or GED

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving records as defined in the employee handbook.

• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals having behavioral, social and vocational needs.

• Be of good moral character.

• Ability to read small print and handwriting.

• Ability to hear emergency sirens and alarms.

• Ability to provide verbal warnings and emergency information to residents, doctors, families and other staff over the phone and in person.

• Ability to cognitively reason and problem solve to ensure clients’ health and safety.

• Possess fine motor skills to write reports and track daily data.

• Ability to complete basic mathematic functions as required ensuring proper administration of client medications as well maintain accurate records of program and client monies.

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and model appropriate social interactions at all times.

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

• Ability to articulate and actively promote the mission of the corporation to various audiences.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities.

• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.

• Working knowledge of computers and computer programs necessary to complete all aspects of the job.

• Ability to perform clinical functions of the job such as: interactive treatment to individuals, observe emotional, vocational and social behaviors; teach/train individuals independent living skills; implement and document individual treatment programs.

• Ability to complete required training programs in CPR and First Aid, Behavioral Assault Response Training as well as all other training as required.

• Ability to perform non-physical and physical interventions with clients in accordance with proper techniques in order to protect the client, other clients, staff and self. This requires the physical ability to appropriately restrain a client with or without assistance from co-workers.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor Degree in Social Science or a closely related field; or equivalent academic and applied experience.

• Experience in a program utilizing systematic behavior management procedures.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Proficiency using electronic communication systems.

• Knowledge of Time & Attendance Tracking procedures and programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.25 - $15.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location