Associate Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Associate Coordinator (AC) is responsible for ensuring individuals served have access to meaningful in-house and community-based activities. The AC is an active member of a team providing supported services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities following the framework outlined in organizational policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May oversee the work of Direct Support Professionals to plan and coordinate care of individuals served.
• May provide constructive feedback regarding Direct Support Professionals’ performance.
• May assist with scheduling.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized, direct care support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to maintain independent living while monitoring health and safety.
• Advocate for and promote individual choice and involvement for individuals served.
• Communicate with others in a prompt and professional manner.
• Attend training and professional development sessions as requested.
• Assist with individuals’ transportation and appointments.
• Administer medication and first aid.
• Complete required service documentation.
• Act as the first point of contact for Direct Support Professionals.
• Communicate with team members, families, case managers, and supervisors to provide updates on individuals served.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn organizational technology and software systems.
• Ensure the confidentiality of individuals served, employees, and organizational information.
• Attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of people.
• Respond to stressful situations in a calm and professional manner, reflecting a positive image of the organization in the community.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule.
• Able to work cooperatively with a diverse group of people.
• Demonstrate a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Adhere to established safety protocols.
• Meet organizational insurability standards and have a valid Iowa driver’s license.
• Willingness and ability to accept, consider, and respond to feedback.

Education and Experience:

• High school graduate of GED, with post-secondary education preferred.
• At least one year of prior experience working with IDD population is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Must be able to access all areas of assigned work locations.