Program coordinator

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JobPurpose

The Program Coordinatorguides Direct Support Professionals for the Community Integrationteam. They ensure participants actively engage in activities in ourcommunity centers and the local community.

The Program Coordinatorensures alignment between our program and the individualparticipants comprehensive plan of care (CPOC).

Essential JobFunctions

Ensures compliance with relevantstandards and policies (regional state federal CARF) for licensingand certification as they relate to the Cldepartment

Communicates withindividuals families guardians case management and funding agenciesto advocate on behalf of theparticipant

Plans andoversees the implementation of center and communitybasedactivities

Produces andmaintains current records as it pertains to participants activitiesetc.; assuring compliance with all applicablestandards

Directlysupervises all direct support personnel at their specifiedcenter.

Ensures facilitymaintenance is prioritized and promptly reports needed repairs tothe Facilities Manager

Mustensure that the ratio of their center is properly maintained whenexpected to attend scheduledmeetings

Ensures timelysubmission of requested reports (block reports safety reportsmonthlies weekliesetc.)

Assures meaningfulfunctional and ageappropriate activities are offered for alldesignatedparticipants.

Monitorsprogramming personnel and makes recommendations to improve servicesbeing provided

Activelyparticipate in planning meetings for participants (quarterly / annualmeetings) by providing information about participant engagementlikes dislikes goals etc. atmeetings

Assumes primaryresponsibility for addressing all participants family and directsupport staffgrievances

Competencies

ConflictResolution

Adaptability

Problemsolving

Accountability

InterpersonalCommunication

Selfmotivation

TimeManagement

Education / ExperienceRequirements

Bachelorsdegree in human services or related discipline or three (3) yearsof equivalent work experience in a related fieldpreferred

Excellent writtenverbal communication and organizational skills and demonstratesprofessionalism in allrelationships

Possesses theability and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule(evenings and weekends as consumer / staff needsindicate.)

Possesses basiccomputer skills and a willingness tolearn

Protectsconfidentiality of program participants parents / advocates staff anddepartmental businessaffairs

Maintains validDrivers License current auto insurance and a vehicle in goodstanding according to the ArcGNO VehicleInspection.

WorkingConditions & PhysicalDemands

Thisrole is subject to a moderate level of physical activity includingbut not limited to sitting standing walking reaching or carryingitems as needed

Occasionallylifting 50 pounds

Frequentlylifting and / or carrying objects up to 20pounds

Unrestricted walkingandstanding

Disclaimer :

Please note this job description is not designed to coveror contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time withor without notice. This job description shall not constitute or beconstrued as a promise of employment or as a contract between theArc of Greater New Orleans and any of its employees.

EEO Statement

The Arc of Greater New Orleans is an equal opportunityemployer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race color religion sex sexual orientation national origindisabilityprotected veteran status or any other factor protected byapplicable federal state or local laws.

Individuals who requirereasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Actin order to participate in the search process should notify theHuman Resources department.

Last updated : 2024-11-16