Program Coordinator UFCW Toronto - Temporary Full-Time (14 months)

Karis Disability Services•Toronto, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Coordinator (PC) provides support and coordination to the daily operational activities of a program. The PC assists in the support of individuals in care, with the activities of daily living and in keeping with their individual person-centered plans. The PC will also provide decision support to the team and liaison with clinical professionals in the absence of the Program Manager. The Program Coordinator will respect and uphold the Values, Vision and Mission of Karis Disability Services, demonstrating the highest standards of courtesy and respect in their dealings with other employees, people using services and both internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Minimum three years of related experience
DSW or CYS Diploma preferred
Current/Valid G Driver's License and eligible to drive Karis Vehicles
Computer Skills: Windows, Word, Excel, Email, etc.
Behaviour supports
Medical supports
Community Participation Supports (CPS)
Supports to people who have a dual diagnosis
Current NVCI
Current First Aid/CPR
Able to lift _35_ lbs
Able to perform restraints
Able to perform CPR
Able to provide personal care which may include lifting, bending and/or twisting
Must be able to drive. Must have a Full G Driver's Licence

Responsibilities

Provide direct supports to promote well-being and enhanced quality of life consistent with Person Centered Support.
Provide direct support with personal hygiene (including toileting, dental care, and lifting), dressing, meals, medication, health treatments, social and leisure activities, and transportation as needed.
Implement person-centered planning to facilitate fulfillment of individual goals and dreams.
Empower individual choice and promote access to natural/community supports.
Provide support in a manner that recognizes and supports the spiritual needs of each person according to their choices.
Provide crisis/emergency supports.
Perform household maintenance duties.
Complete menu planning, meal preparation, housekeeping duties, laundry, home décor, small repairs, vehicle maintenance, shopping, yard work, and medications supply management.
Develop a home-like environment to empower individual choice and participation.
Support the team and Program Manager in the implementation and compliance to policies and procedures of Karis Disability Services in the program.
Meet the requirements for in-charge/emergency on call duties as defined by program and district.
Support the team in effective documentation (supports notes, health records, quarterly reports, exceptional occurrence).
Meet with the Program Manager to plan, address program concerns, problem solve and evaluation.
Coordinate to ensure effective communication with families, professional and community members.
Develop and implement in-house orientation procedures for new Support Workers, seasonal employees, and volunteers.
Refer and consult with community professionals such as Physicians, Specialists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Behaviour Therapists, Teachers, Employment personnel, ODSP, Karis Disability Services Clinical Director, etc., as directed/requested.
Coordinate the team’s activities to facilitate treatment plans and professional recommendations are communicated to and implemented by the team, in a consistent manner.
Coordinate access to community activities/leisure programs and other programs/volunteers.
Summarize Occurrence reports monthly for follow-up with the Program Manager on unresolved issues.
Assist the facilitation of the functioning of tasks, in keeping with Karis Disability Services policies and procedures.
Assist the activities of the Program Manager in training, equipping and coaching Coordinators and other team members having specific areas of responsibility (e.g., Prime Counsellors).
Assist the activities of the Program Manager in the orientation and training of new program staff, seasonal employees, and volunteer placements, within the policy parameters and values of Karis Disability Services.
Chair team meetings as assigned, including any preparations and follow up.