Program Coordinator/ Lead DSP

Dungarvin•Tacoma, WA

10d•$19 - $21

About The Position

The Program Coordinator (PC) is the lead direct support professional for an assigned Supported Living Program in Lakewood, WA and will be responsible providing direct support, hands-on instruction, assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of service objectives, and personal goals. This is not a supervisory role.  The Program Coordinator reports directly to the Program Director. Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care. Assist clients with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating. Prepare meals and snacks. May include grocery shopping. Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties. Assist with transportation needs for community outings, appointments, and errands Implement behavior supports and de-escalation during challenging behaviors Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices. Administrative duties such as assisting with schedules, one-on-one training of staff, documentation and follow-up of individual and program related issues, and ensuring compliance with policies and Oregon Administrative Rules. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

2+ years of caregiver experience required (experience supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred)
Valid driver's license required
NAR Preferred
Must be at least 21 years old
HS Diploma or GED required
Have a passion to help others through person-centered care
People-oriented and have a team approach
Dependable, adaptable, and flexible
Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training

Responsibilities

providing direct support, hands-on instruction, assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of service objectives, and personal goals
Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care.
Assist clients with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
Prepare meals and snacks. May include grocery shopping.
Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
Assist with transportation needs for community outings, appointments, and errands
Implement behavior supports and de-escalation during challenging behaviors
Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices.
Administrative duties such as assisting with schedules, one-on-one training of staff, documentation and follow-up of individual and program related issues, and ensuring compliance with policies and Oregon Administrative Rules.
Other duties as assigned