Position located in Dubuque, Ia
Full-Time 80 hours Exempt, Salaried Position:
Schedule: 8am - 5pm w/flexibility
- Training hours may be outside business hours
- On-Call holiday or weekend hours may required.
The Program Coordinator is responsible for integrating and monitoring the active treatment program of each assigned resident in a manner that is consistent with current federal, state, local ICF/ID regulations and CARF standards. The Program Coordinator will direct the work and provide supervision and leadership of assigned staff through the mentoring and development of a cohesive team.
Responsibilities Include:
- Directs team in the planning, coordinating and implementing of the Organization's programs and procedures for the individuals served.
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Prepares and facilitates resident admissionsdischarges.
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Participates in pre-admission visits with potential residentsfamilies.
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Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include:
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Interviewing, hiring, and training employees;
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Assuring assigned staff are scheduled for required classroom training.
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Developing and maintaining assigned employee work schedules;
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Planning, assigning, and directing work;
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Working directly with the new employee in the home to provide hands on training, which would include scheduling themselves and/or designated staff to train on the new employee's regularly assigned shift (including weekends). Training to include resident-specific information as well as the general schedule and workflow is for assigned home;
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Assists with the on-boarding of new employees to include but not limited to providing the employee with a written plan for training; having the relevant paperwork ready; introducing the employee to residents, department staffothers; setting up the work area as needed for the new employee; scheduling one-on-one time with the employee; supporting the employee to learn the agency culture to include the mission statement and values; holding meetings with the employee at regular intervals to determine additional training needs.
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Provides direct support on an as needed basis.
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Requirements:
- Free from convictions or prior employment history of child or resident abuse or dependent adult abuse.
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A Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field is preferred, an Associate of Arts degree with one-year experience in a direct support setting, or a minimum of one-year supervisory experience demonstrated leadership ability with a minimum of two years experience in a direct support facility will be considered.
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Minimum of one-year experience working directly with persons with intellectual &/or developmental disabilities.
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QBS Certification within 6 months.
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Valid driver's license and ability to drive agency vehicle(s).
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Ability to obtain a Class C (CDL) endorsement, as assigned.
