Job Description

As a Supported Living Program Coordinator (PC), you are the lead Direct Support Professional (DSP). You will help support individuals to live independently by providing direct support and positive direction while promoting self-determination, independence, and goal setting.

In addition, you would be responsible for providing one-to-one training of staff and assisting with administrative activities. Please note this is not a supervisory role.

What You Get to Do:

• Coach, teach, and advocate for individuals with diverse abilities, allowing them to be more effective in their everyday lives.
• Implement positive behavior supports
• Promote independence and choice
• Provide life skills coaching
• Medication administration
• Assist with home supports such as home upkeep and light meal preparation
• Assist with shopping/budgeting
• Provide support with hobbies, studies, social activities, and goal setting
• Assist with transportation needs, such as running errands
• Support participation in community-based activities, social outings, and recreational programs.
• Mentor and train staff
• Assist the Program Director with administrative tasks such as schedules, documentation, audits, budgets
• Foster a team-first environment

Qualifications

** What Makes You a Great Fit:**

• 1-2 years of experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prior experience in caregiving/supported living services preferred.
• Genuine interest supporting and empowering individuals with diverse abilities
• Person-centered, patient, and kind
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently
• Able to adapt to changing needs and handling challenging situations with patience and professionalism
• Observant and detail oriented
• Positive role-model for others, coachable, and able to work on a team
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
• Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• 18 years or older
• Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Additional Information

Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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__ 11/21