Direct Support Program Coordinator

Sevita • Brandon, MS

24d • $13

About The Position

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived. Direct Support Program Coordinator Must have IDD care experience Pay rate is $13.25/hr Do you have a background in providing direct care and are you thinking of taking your career to the next level? Are you interested in a career focused on making a difference in people's lives? As a Direct Support Program Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to have a direct impact on the individuals we serve by developing and implementing unique treatments to provide to them.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Three years of related work experience
• Valid driver's license in good standing and car registration/auto insurance (if driving for company)
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
• A commitment to quality in everything you do

Responsibilities

• Assist in accessing medical and health-related services for the individuals that receive our services
• Assess referred individuals and participate in the development of a service plan in conjunction with a treatment team and funding source
• Implement and actively contribute to development, review, and revision of programs and behavior intervention plans
• Provide monitoring, consultation, and comprehensive support services to Mentors and staff regarding work with individuals supported
• Aid manager/director with direction, supervision, and oversight of assigned staff
• Provide effective leadership and direction to staff in the absence of manager/director

Benefits

• Full, Part-time, and As-Needed schedules available
• Paid Time Off and Health benefits for full-time employees.
• Paid training, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve
• Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability and secure work opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees