ABILITIES FIRST, INC. Neighborhood Center Coordinator Salary in the United States

Description

Opportunity for Advancement!

Abilities First, Inc., a CQL accredited organization, has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for over fifty years. Starting out as The Little Red School House in 1962, Abilities First, Inc. has evolved into the Hudson Valley’s premiere provider of support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. We offer a variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, and employment services.

The Neighborhood Center Coordinator will lead a team of staff in developing and implementing meaningful activities to maximize the personal and vocational potential of individuals in the program, provide on-site supervision and mentoring of staff, as well as meet the day-to-day direct care needs of the participants. Activities include community outings, walking, picnics, volunteer work, in-house activities such as arts and crafts, teaching basic life skills, transporting participants in vans, etc. Must be organized and be able to complete paperwork and required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Full Time Employees Enjoy the Following Benefits:

• Paid vacation, plus paid sick time, holidays and personal time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) account with employer match

Please note: due to the high volume of applications received by our agency, we are unable to confirm receipt of every application. No phone calls, please. Thank you for your understanding!

Become involved in the incredible mission of Abilities First, Inc., by providing people with disabilities and their families with support to attain independence, self-determination, integration and acceptance by others through education, exploration and experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a related field and minimum one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Responsible for lifting, transferring, and maneuvering adults receiving services.
• Certified in, or have the ability to become certified in, SCIP-R, Med Cert, CPR & SFA. All training is provided!
• Computer skills required including experience in goal writing and implementing individuals' program plans.
• NYS driver’s license (for 3 or more years) that is deemed “acceptable” by our insurance carrier is required for driving positions.