Community First Coordinator
About The Position
Make a difference with DSC! Community First Coordinator / HIRING NOW - Bi-Annual Retention Bonuses! DSC supports people in living a rich and meaningful life. Serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford counties, we provide a wide array of supports and services to fulfill our mission. We have an excellent work environment where you will be part of a team that is positive, caring, and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people to whom we provide services. If you are seeking a rewarding and fulfilling job, we are currently hiring for the position of Community First Coordinator.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Fundamental computer skills, including general web browsing and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- One or more years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities desirable
- Sufficient physical stamina and mobility for lifting, carrying, bending, pushing and pulling. This may apply to the support of individuals and/or the products/materials related to the support of individuals
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an agency van.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Manager of CF in coordinating tasks for the CF program.
- Support the daily operation and development of the program.
- Assist in training of CF staff.
- Manage a caseload, which includes the development, implementation, monitoring, and modification of individual outcomes consistent with the Individual Personal Plan.
- Assist in the development/scheduling of community groups and provide on-going monitoring of the activities to include individual documentation and outcomes data.
Benefits
- Grant-funded retention bonuses - up to 2 payments for a maximum of $1,600 per fiscal year!
- Professional resources available through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) with opportunities to connect with peers from all over the U.S.
- All benefits start day 1 of employment
- 21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve leave per year
- Medical, dental, life and disability coverage (starts first day of employment)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
- Voluntary benefits including vision, STD, critical illness, accident, legal insurance and identity theft protection
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Employee referral program (up to $1000 per referral)
- Family-oriented work environment, casual dress, and employee appreciation events
- Employee assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
