Coordinator DTA-Queen Creek

RISE INC FAMILY•Mesa, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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 their 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 Queen Creek, 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

Requirements

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
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

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

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