What are the responsibilities and job description for the Links Department Independent Living Coordinator position at DON Services?
DON Services -
SUMMARY : The ODP Independent Living Coordinator (ILC) reports to the ODP Program Director and will provide a continuum of consumer and community / independent living services through skills training, peer support, and advocacy to promote the inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities. The ODP ILC must obtain approval on all activities within the service plan from the consumer and all activities outside of the service plan from the consumer. All activities must be carried out in accordance with the Office of Developmental Disabilities Programs (ODP).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : include the following.
Provide independent living skill instruction to consumers with intellectual disabilities.
Provide counseling support services to enhance living effectively with a disability.
Provide peer consultation and skill training instruction to consumers.
Comply with the policies and procedures established by DON Services in the Employee Handbook.
Report all issues and concerns among ODP Coordination Staff to the Manager and / or the Department Director.
Follow goals listed in Individual Service Plan (ISP).
Review all Service Authorization Forms / Individual Support Plans and contact service coordination entities for any corrections or updates.
Maintain ODP ILC caseloads and update and assign new consumers per manager approval.
Schedule Direct Support Professional (DSP) for consumers.
Arrange for back-up DSP care.
Inform Director of problems relating to employed DSPs.
Record reasons of DSP call-offs and / or refusing work.
Verify hours worked by DSPs.
Maintain weekly communication and documentation to meet consumer needs.
Arrange and provide training to DSPs of duties listed in individual service plans, independent living philosophy, and paperwork related to job duties.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Must possess the ability to multitask in a fast-paced office environment. Reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Valid Driver's License Is Required.
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :
GED or high school diploma; and up to six months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and provide information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, e-mail, or in person. Ability to write, enter, transcribe, record, store, and maintain information in written or electronic form. Ability to speak effectively before groups of consumers or employees of the organization.
REASONING ABILITY :
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION :
IL Coordinator must be able to demonstrate a problem-free record under PA ACT 33 and 34.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Strong people-oriented skills and proficiency using computer programs must be demonstrated.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and talk to hear. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 95 pounds.
