Residential Program Coordinator

FRIENDS of Broomfield•Broomfield, CO

108d•Onsite

About The Position

FRIENDS of Broomfield is a leading program approved service agency (PASA) serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Colorado. We are committed to our staff and provide a great team atmosphere where contributions are noticed and appreciated. The FRIENDS Residential Department serves nearly 40 individuals with IDD, helping them live safely in the community, gain independence, develop natural supports, and thrive. Through our core values of choice, independence, respect, inclusion, teamwork, and education, we provide employees with opportunities to grow and work in a mission-driven environment. Our person-centered approach ensures individuals receive the services they need to live the life they want. The Residential team enriches the daily life of adults with IDD by developing and overseeing a variety of residential settings and providing support and training to assist them in practicing life skills and building confidence. FRIENDS believes in empowering Host Home Providers, Family Care Givers, and direct care staff to provide customized support to the individuals in their care.

Requirements

Ability to perform basic computer operations – Microsoft Office Suite, Publisher, Excel worksheets, Internet, email, and Therap.
Pass a criminal background and CAPS check.
Possess a valid Colorado driver’s license and ability to meet reporting agency’s driving requirements.
Good written and spoken communication skills.
Ability to maintain detailed documentation, records, and reports.
Willingness and ability to work as a team player.
Ability to work in a flexible and constantly changing work environment, and to deal effectively with shifting roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
Ability and willingness to safely lift 50-75 lbs.
Willingness and ability to respond to emergency situations as they arise.
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or 5+ years’ experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
First Aid/CPR Certified.
Effective communication with team and collaborating about classes, and community activities.
Provide transportation using FRIENDS of Broomfield fleet of minibuses and vans.
Maintain cleanliness and safety of the facility.
Work productively and cooperatively as a member of a team.

Nice To Haves

Social work or human services experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee the coordination and management of day-to-day residential program needs for an assigned caseload of individuals and supervision of Host Home and Family Caregiver, and independent living services.
Recruit, train and monitor Host Home Providers and Family Caregivers and ensure contract compliance.
Programmatic coordination and monitoring in accordance with individual’s service plan.
Oversee all aspects of ensuring person centered supports for all adults enrolled in the Residential program and help them experience a high quality of life based on their abilities and wants.
Create detailed individualized plans, tracking, and monitoring of the person’s progress.
Ensure agency and state licensing standards are adhered to in all Residential settings.
Monitor homes for safety and quality services.
Work regularly scheduled on-call shifts as part of agency staff rotation.
Additional duties as assigned by the Residential Director and/or Chief Operating Officer.
Meets weekly or as necessary with Residential Director and residential team.
Communicates with families, care providers, case managers, therapists and other professionals on participant matters.
Oversee training and regular monitoring of all providers, including both onboarding and ongoing training and development.
Meet with residential providers on a monthly basis to provide support, training, and oversight in addition to home monitoring and quality assurance.
Support residential staff in implementing strategies for engaging participants and achieving highest level of independence as related to IP goals.
Maintain individuals and provider file tracking to ensure all documentation, plans, financials, and appointments are upheld in a timely manner.
Review individuals’ information and ensure current information in files and Therap is accurate.
Know, understand and implement agency policies and procedures, including but not limited to, protocols, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, communication processes, work schedules, vacation schedules, and professional standards.
Promote the Mission/Vision of FRIENDS, and contribute to on-going development of FRIENDS of Broomfield, Inc. and activities through suggestions to improve existing operational procedures.
Act as an advocate for the individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within the community, fostering and supporting a two-way relationship of respect and dignity between members and other community members.
Provide direct-care services, as needed.
Complete daily documentation and progress notes using Therap.