What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at Mental Health Association - Western MA?
About Our Program
After experiencing a brain injury or life-altering illness, individuals require support to adapt to new circumstances. Our program helps people reclaim their abilities, develop skills, prepare for employment, and reconnect with family, friends, and community.
New Way Program Overview
- We provide assistance in regaining independence, developing skills, preparing for work, and re-engaging with social networks.
Job Responsibilities
Shift Operations
- Coordinate effective communication, shift-planning sheets, and regular updates with the Floating Supervisor to plan shifts.
- Maintain program scheduling and ensure adequate staffing ratios at all times.
- Monitor medication counts, ordering, posting, and verification of medications.
- Manage petty cash, money counts, and check requests under the oversight of the Program Coordinator.
- Collaborate with the program coordinator to hire, onboard, and train new employees.
- Track daily data for medications, ISP goal tracking, behavior tracking, and mobility exercise.
- Ensure timely completion of medical appointments, therapies, visiting nurse appointments, and community dates.
- Model positive participant engagement and advocacy while balancing direct support and opportunities for independence.
Documentation and Communication
Communicate and report issues, concerns, or incidents to the Program Coordinator promptly.
Complete necessary written documentation related to incidents within mandated timelines.
Teamwork and Professional Development
Regularly attend and actively participate in team meetings, supervision meetings, and scheduled discussions.
Attend agency-mandated training and maintain required certifications.
Pursue additional activities and training to enhance job knowledge and competency, promoting professional growth.
Demonstrate good interpersonal skills, professionalism, and organization to meet participants' goals and the program's objectives.
Benefits
- Healthcare Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (403B, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Long Term Disability
