Program Coordinator

Benchmark Human Services-IN•South Bend, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Program Coordinator to ensure quality health, safety, and client-centered approaches for individuals in community living services. The Program Coordinator will supervise, support, and train staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and expanding opportunities for individuals served to participate in community life. This role offers the chance to do meaningful work, develop relationships with clients, and become a trusted figure in their lives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services and one (1) year experience working with developmentally disabled people or five (5) year's experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Access to vehicle in good operating order.
Valid CPR and First Aid.

Nice To Haves

Certification (ie. First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, MANDT, etc.)
Training (OSHA, Abuse & Neglect, etc.)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement the Individual Service Plan and assist in development of the Plan of Care for each person served.
Influence and procure Plan of Care that addresses all client needs and articulates elements to appropriate staff.
Responsible for assessment(s), planning, implementation, and review of person-centered support plans for people served.
Coordinate the delivery of all services rendered by Benchmark and other providers.
Assist people served in expanding their opportunities to participate in community life.
Provide on-call direct support and emergency coverage.
Participate in the hiring, training and supervision of Team Leaders, Supported Living Managers, and Direct Support Professionals.
Schedule staff in accordance with the Plan of Care.
Accurate and timely completion of ISPs, client financials, CQA walkthroughs, monthly and daily documentation (logs books, fire and tornado drills, client medical information, MARs, etc.).
Be aware of and submit reportable incidents within required time frames.
Manage and monitor client finances within required time frames (including checkbooks, RLAs, client financial profiles, etc.).
Serve as liaison with external case managers, families, other agencies and internal programs.
Work collaboratively with director, nurse, HR, accounting, IT, etc.
Maintain employment required documentation (Current D.L. auto insurance, certification (ie. First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, MANDT, etc.), and training (OSHA, Abuse & Neglect, etc.) as required to comply with federal, state, and program requirements and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Must maintain good attendance throughout employment.