Coordinator DTA

Description

RISE is an innovative human services network originally established in 1987 for the purpose of moving individuals living in institutions into family settings. Since that time, services have grown to support children, adults, and families with a variety of needs across multiple states that include residential settings, day programs, employment assistance, managed care, and home and community based services. Since inception, our purpose and mission has remained constant. We create opportunities for and with the people we serve, their families, and for the men and women who work in the direct care profession.

RISE has an exciting opening for an DTA (Day Treatment for Adults) Coordinator. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated professional experienced in developmental disabilities to provide leadership and support to our Direct Support Professional staff and the people and families we serve. The Coordinator is considered a safety sensitive position and this employment opportunity is based out of RISE's DTA Center in Tucson, AZ.

Some exciting responsibilities with this position are:

• Responsible for the management and support of RISE'S Day Program Center by implementing RISE's mission, vision and values and includes being an active participant in making a positive impact on the support and running of the activity center programs
• Create, develop, engaging and ongoing programs and activities for our member population to take part in
• Supervising Direct Support Professionals (DSP) staff.
• Establish partnerships with RISE customers i.e. clients, families/guardians and funding agencies
• Overseeing and managing details of company and program records; demonstrate competency in financial and budgetary issues.
• Complete and maintain payroll and billing documentation accurately and within designated time frames.
• Ensuring programs meet licensing/survey requirements and contractual compliance.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice for those whom we support; daily activities shall be based on the person’s choice and plan’s outcomes
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation
• Establish partnerships with RISE customers i.e. clients, families/guardians and funding agencies
  
  

Qualifications

• A desire, interest and experience in working with people with disabilities or special needs is required
• High School Diploma or GED and at least a combination of two (2) years supervisory experience
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to physically assist people as needed, which may include lifting and/or physically supporting them with or without assistance from another person and train staff in learning these supports
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Self-directed, work with minimal supervision
• Some travel required within the state
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.
  
  

Additional Candidacy Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license, minimum of twenty-one years of age and meet driver requirements as specified by RISE Insurance Agency
• Must be able to complete a successful background check, drug test and obtain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
  
  

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:

• Dedicated fax 866-268-8885
• Dedicated email hrdept@riseservicesinc.org DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
• US mail - 4554 E Inverness Ave Mesa, AZ 85206- Attn Human Resources
• Dedicated phone – 1-866-242-2714 Option 1 (Employment Opportunities) DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
  
  

RISE is a Navajo Preference in Employment Act (NPEA) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Description

RISE is an innovative human services network originally established in 1987 for the purpose of moving individuals living in institutions into family settings. Since that time, services have grown to support children, adults, and families with a variety of needs across multiple states that include residential settings, day programs, employment assistance, managed care, and home and community based services. Since inception, our purpose and mission has remained constant. We create opportunities for and with the people we serve, their families, and for the men and women who work in the direct care profession.

RISE has an exciting opening for an DTA (Day Treatment for Adults) Coordinator. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated professional experienced in developmental disabilities to provide leadership and support to our Direct Support Professional staff and the people and families we serve. The Coordinator is considered a safety sensitive position and this employment opportunity is based out of RISE's DTA Center in Tucson, AZ.

Some exciting responsibilities with this position are:

• Responsible for the management and support of RISE'S Day Program Center by implementing RISE's mission, vision and values and includes being an active participant in making a positive impact on the support and running of the activity center programs
• Create, develop, engaging and ongoing programs and activities for our member population to take part in
• Supervising Direct Support Professionals (DSP) staff.
• Establish partnerships with RISE customers i.e. clients, families/guardians and funding agencies
• Overseeing and managing details of company and program records; demonstrate competency in financial and budgetary issues.
• Complete and maintain payroll and billing documentation accurately and within designated time frames.
• Ensuring programs meet licensing/survey requirements and contractual compliance.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice for those whom we support; daily activities shall be based on the person’s choice and plan’s outcomes
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation
• Establish partnerships with RISE customers i.e. clients, families/guardians and funding agencies
  
  

Qualifications

• A desire, interest and experience in working with people with disabilities or special needs is required
• High School Diploma or GED and at least a combination of two (2) years supervisory experience
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to physically assist people as needed, which may include lifting and/or physically supporting them with or without assistance from another person and train staff in learning these supports
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Self-directed, work with minimal supervision
• Some travel required within the state
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.
  
  

Additional Candidacy Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license, minimum of twenty-one years of age and meet driver requirements as specified by RISE Insurance Agency
• Must be able to complete a successful background check, drug test and obtain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
  
  

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:

• Dedicated fax 866-268-8885
• Dedicated email
• US mail -
• Dedicated phone – 1-866-242-2714 Option 1 (Employment Opportunities) DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
  
  

RISE is a Navajo Preference in Employment Act (NPEA) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.