What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at Sevita?
REM Iowa, a member of the Sevita family, provides services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and other complex challenges.
Position can be based in Council Bluffs, Atlantic, or West Des Moines
Council Bluffs, IA Atlantic, IA West Des Moines, IA
Host Home Program Services Clinical Coordinator
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- Assesses referred clients and coordinates the development of a service plan in conjunction with a treatment team and funding source in accordance with corporate, contractual and regulatory standards. Coordinates and evaluates plan implementation.
- Coordinates the development, review and revision of programs and behavior intervention plans. Provides, monitors and assures that comprehensive support services and oversight are provided on an on-going basis.
- Schedules and/or provides opportunities for quality training, recreation and leisure activities with consideration for choice, preference and age-appropriateness.
- Maintains current and complete client and staff reporting records (in some instances Mentor records) in accordance with Mentor and regulartory standards. Assists with all legal, licensing, regulatory and certification activities as needed.
- Assists with pre-service and in-service training to staff. May assist in mentor training, planning and development.
- Maintaining current and complete client records and reports in accordance with corporate and regulatory standards.
- Coordinates appropriate training and development for personnel, as well as maintaining staff schedules.
- May secure individual Mentor contracts, complete annual contract reviews for Mentors, and provide timely information as to any changes in client status and status of Mentor homes to management.
- May maintain current records for all independent contractors on caseload including training, monthly and annual mentor contract compliance forms, respite and support plans, and tracking of respite support work.
- Travel within the state of Iowa as needed
- Some evening and weekend hours required
- Provide on-call support for Mentors and report needed information to program management
- Oversee all services provided to individuals and their families, monitor quality of care delivered, ensure compliance with contractual terms, and monitor regulatory program compliance.
- Assist in the development of quality services and engaging activities that meet the individual served needs.
- Build and maintain relationships with families and external case managers.
- Performs other related duties and activities as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
- One year of work-related experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injury, youth placed at-risk, etc. preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
- Licensure and training as required by state such as CPR, First Aid, Behavioral Intervention Techniques, etc.
- QMRP/QIDDP as required by state.
- A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.
- A commitment to quality in everything you do.
Why Join Us?
- Full compensation and benefits package for employees working 30 hours/week.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
- Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
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Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
