Day Hab Assistant Coordinator

Abilities First•Poughkeepsie, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

For over 60 years, Abilities First, Inc. has been empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live their most vibrant, independent lives. From early education to adulthood, our wide range of services—including preschool and school programs, day and residential habilitation, community connections, and employment services—are designed to uplift every individual’s unique strengths and dreams. We believe in the power of people—of every background, identity, and ability—to create change and build a more inclusive world. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. At Abilities First, you’ll join a mission-driven team that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and is dedicated to meaningful work. If you're ready to turn your passion into purpose, we’d love to welcome you aboard. Abilities First is seeking a full time Assistant Coordinator for Day Habilitation Program sites located in Poughkeepsie. The Assistant Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Coordinator in the daily coordination, oversight, implementation of direct care, documentation of each individual’s program plan and the daily operation of the program site. The Assistant Coordinator will assist individuals with developmental disabilities to maximize their personal and vocational potential in their center and community. The Assistant Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Coordinator in the daily coordination, oversight, implementation of direct care, documentation of each individual’s program plan and the daily operation of the program site. In the absence of the Program Coordinator, the Assistant Coordinator will be responsible for all the concerns of the center.

Requirements

One-year experience working with the developmentally disabled population and/or demonstrated supervisory experience.
Basic computer skills required.
Must have a current NYS driver’s license deemed “acceptable” by our insurance carrier.
Current SCIP R certification, Medication Administration certification, CPR certification, and SFA certification or the ability to achieve certification required.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in human services or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures the development and delivery of all services, supports, monthly notes, safeguards and activities identified by ISP/CFA and the Day Habilitation plan as assigned.
Acts as a liaison with Abilities First Inc. providers, outside agencies, families, and the individual in order to present an overview of all services and progress related to the individual.
Ensures the delivery of quality services.
Demonstrates continuous regard for personal safety and safety of others.
Provides leadership, guidance and training to staff members.
Provides direction to staff in the absence of Coordinator.
Performs personal care as required, including but not limited to assistance with toileting, transferring, changing needs, handwashing and oral care.
Documents any finding on appropriate forms including but not limited skin integrity, bowel and repositioning charts.
Ensures active engagement and appropriate communication with staff and individuals.
Assumes responsibility for medication administration and appropriate documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
Develops a trusting and friendly rapport with individuals served while maintaining professional boundaries.
Fulfills mandated reporter role by interrupting and reporting suspected abuse to administration immediately.
Ensures that the center is kept safe, clean and decorated in an age appropriate and comfortable manner and that is kept in good repair inside and out.
Demonstrates proficiency in all goals and skillsets outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies, on which performance will be evaluated.
Responsible for providing transportation to individuals receiving services driving agency vehicles with a capacity up to 14 passengers.
Ensures all required trainings and certifications are current, and seeks further support and training where needed.
Consistently exhibits the qualities of a committed and professional employee including but not limited to: respect toward others, strive for excellence, teamwork and unity.
Supports agency vision and mission.
Adhere to agency Code of Legal and Ethical Behavior, which require all employees, consultants, board members, volunteers and affiliates to perform their responsibilities according to ethical and legal standards with honesty, integrity, fairness, good faith and respect for others and the law.
Follows all agency policy and procedures and demonstrates continuous regard to personal safety and the safety of others.
Performs other appropriate job related activities as requested by your supervisor or as circumstances warrant.