What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at HIT, Inc.?
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HIT, Inc. provides a variety of services to people with disabilities in western North Dakota. Our organization is always seeking ways to improve upon the services we currently offer and to fill unmet needs for people with disabilities. We are dedicated to assisting both our clients and employees in achieving their goals. HIT provides ample opportunities for career growth and excellent on-the-job training that is customized to our current programs.
This position is responsible for the overall coordination of services for those people assigned to their caseload. Program Coordinators also develop and implement Person Centered Service Plans (PCSPs) to include, but not limited to: assisting in scheduling and facilitation of the plan; writing and entering the plan; timely completion and distribution of the plan, implementation of the plan; training of the direct support staff relative to the individual plan; review and compilation of data; follow up to recommendations for services, equipment or programs, convening of the team for revision of the plan based on individual need and performance.
Other Duties:
- Ensures OSP as written, meets the needs/wishes of the person served and follows state guidelines.
- Contacts are made through visits or phone calls with each person on caseload at least once a month, or more depending on their level of support, to evaluate satisfaction and ensure that needs are being met.
- Ensures the ongoing effectiveness of the OSP by observing services in action, calculating supports and data, completing monthly summaries of the listed outcomes in the ISP, and reviewing the Therapist daily.
- Ensures that the rights of people served are not violated and that people served are exercising their rights.
- Present rights restrictions to BSC/HRC as required by Agency Policy/Procedures.
- Adheres to PI-18-04 ND Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation Policy as outlined by the Developmental Disabilities Division.
- Advocate for people in all aspects of their lives.
- Maintains ongoing knowledge and adherence to Agency Policy/Procedures as well as state and national accreditation agencies.
- Participates in workshops, training, and continuing education requirements to include CEUs for certification/licensure.
- Develops and maintains professional relationships with the Agency, the State, and the Community service providers
- Follows lines of responsibility when addressing questions, concerns and/or suggestions.
- Ensures confidentiality of person served and staff.
What can HIT offer you?
- Health Insurance with an HSA/FSA option
- Dental
- Vision
- Employer paid EAP program for all employees
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- 401K with 6% matching (after 1 year)
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in a human service field from four-year college or university; and one year experience working with people with an intellectual or developmental disability. This position requires a six-month probationary period.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid ND Drivers License
Must pursue DD Certification within 18 months (about 1 and a half years) from hire date.
Must complete 5 additional modules within 6 months from hire date.
