Assistant Community Support Coordinator at Apace, formerly Region V Services

Beatrice, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Developmental Disabilities, Training, Staff Supervision, Program Development, Record-Keeping, Life Skills Training, Community Participation, Transportation Services, Management Skills, Safety Precautions, Communication, Judgment, Onboarding, Social Activities, Recreational Activities, Feedback

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description JOB SUMMARY The Assistant Community Support Coordinator, under the direct supervision of the Area Director or assigned Community Support Coordinator, provides support and assistance in the supervision of staff and activities involved with training, health, well-being, and the enhancement of persons with developmental disabilities through the implementation of the Individual Support Plan (ISP). The Assistant Coordinator may also substitute for the direct support staff, Direct Support Professional (DSP), as needed. SCHEDULE This position is full-time based on a 40-hour work week Monday - Friday. Apace offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, paid sick and vacation leave, tuition assistance, and retirement benefits. Review benefits online @ www.goapace.com/benefits NOW OFFERING A NEW HIRE INCENTIVE OF $1000 APPLY TODAY! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Staff Support Responsibilities: Participates in the hiring processes for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) Aids in identifying training needs for staff in the skills and procedures necessary to achieve program goals for each adult, and conducts retraining, or specialized training as needed to ensure effective support for individuals. Monitors job requirements and provides feedback to Community Support Coordinators (CSC) regarding staff performance. Assists in writing programs and advising staff in programming techniques, record-keeping requirements, procedures, and related matters. Assistance with supports: Assists in providing transportation services with other agency divisions, generic agencies, or community services to ensure that identifiable needs are met. Assists in ensuring that specific written individual program plans are developed and used to maximize each person’s progress and monitors the implementation of such. Monitors record-keeping activities as assigned to ensure completeness, accuracy of information, and adherence to applicable policies and procedures. Assists in coordinating life skills training to promote greater integration and independence for individuals supported. Leadership Responsibilities: Serves as a member of their assigned agency management team. Assists in providing immediate direction and necessary approval for actions, purchases, and plans of staff under direct supervision to allow agency operations to continue smoothly. Participates in the cooperative planning activities between the agency and community representatives. Assists in onboarding and training of new staff. Recommends procurement of facilities and equipment. Attends staff meetings, training conferences, and other developmental sessions to improve job performance. Assists Community Support Coordinator in procuring Direct Support Professional staff substitute coverage. Helps to plan and facilitate social and recreational activities to foster individuals’ community participation. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of the instruction and developmental training of people with developmental disabilities. Working knowledge of management skills and safety and health precautions. Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating programs, financial reports, and medications. Ability to relate and communicate with Direct Support Professional staff reporting areas of concern to the Community Support Coordinator. Qualifying Education, Training, and Experience: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in areas of individual programs, finances, and medications Possession of a driver’s license valid in the state of Nebraska or other adequate means of transportation. Must be able to assist with transportation, including driving 15-passenger vans. Must possess a reliable means of communication (e.g. telephone, cell phone, etc.) Will be subject to criminal history APS and CPS background check. May be subject to drug and alcohol screen.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Community Support Coordinator provides support in supervising staff and activities related to the training and well-being of individuals with developmental disabilities. They assist in implementing Individual Support Plans and may substitute for direct support staff as needed.