Program Coordinator/ Lead DSP

Dungarvin•Tacoma, WA

21h•$19 - $21

About The Position

At Dungarvin, our primary goal is to create a positive influence in the lives of the people we serve. We help individuals with different abilities, like intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions, in a variety of programs with a focus on providing person-centered care. Embrace the opportunity to positively change someone’s life! Join our team as a Program Coordinator (PC) In Lakewood WA! Wage: $19.10 per hour (The rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location) Full Range Scale - $19.10 - $21.30 What's In It For You: Schedule: Sun-Mon 7a-3p /Tue-Thur 3p-11p } Driver Position Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference. Creating an environment for our staff and the individuals that we support to achieve the maximum possible individual growth. Gain health care experience to further your career. Reliable work schedule. Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same. As a Program Coordinator, you will play a crucial role by providing compassionate care while enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. This is not a supervisory role. However, the PC is the lead staff for one residential In-Home program. What You Get to Do:

Requirements

2 years of caregiving experience required
Observant and detailed oriented
Dependable, adaptable and flexible
HS Diploma or GED required
Valid drivers license required
21 years or older
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.

Nice To Haves

NAR -Preferred

Responsibilities

Document and follow-up of individual and program related needs.
Ensure compliance with policies and Washington Administrative Rules.
One-on-one training of DSP staff.
Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more.
Shopping and meal preparation.
Perform housekeeping and laundry duties, including cleaning, organizing, maintaining a safe and tidy living environment, and washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes and linens.
Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
Attend community outings and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
Transport clients to appointments or other activities outside the home.
Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
Document progress, milestones, and action steps.