Self-Advocacy Coordinator - Mingo
About The Position
PALS is seeking a Self-Advocacy Coordinator to support adults with developmental disabilities at its Mingo Day Program in Mingo Junction, Ohio. The role provides supervision and support in areas including money management, personal hygiene, community integration, skill building, and maintaining a safe environment. The coordinator promotes self-advocacy, autonomy, and self-sufficiency through programming, learning opportunities, and meetings with individuals served. The position also involves documentation, non-medical transportation, vehicle and safety-equipment checks, budget oversight, and participation in staff meetings and self-advocacy events. Some events may require overnight stays. This is a full-time, day-shift position with a listed salary range of $17.00–$18.00.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Be certified in Medication Administration at hire or within 90 days of employment and renew certification annually.
- Maintain Crisis Intervention and Behavior Support Plan training as needed.
- Current driver's license with an acceptable driving record that meets the insurance carrier's requirements.
- Acceptable criminal background clearance under applicable rules and requirements.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
- Ability to work as a team member and communicate positively and effectively with individuals served, support staff, and others.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals.
- Maintain current and annual training requirements.
- Ability to use good judgment.
- Ability to use web-based technology.
- Ability to lift or move 20 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and support adults with developmental disabilities, including with money management, personal hygiene, community integration, skill building, and maintaining a safe environment.
- Maintain accurate transportation, billing, and program documentation.
- Provide non-medical transportation safely as needed.
- Routinely check van functions and follow the vehicle maintenance schedule.
- Ensure safety equipment is in good working order.
- Contribute to and attend weekly staff and house meetings.
- Model company guidelines, including confidentiality, people-first language, empowerment, and fair and reasonable treatment.
- Maintain the confidentiality of HIPAA records and promote Individual Rights.
- Promote self-advocacy in areas such as expressing views, securing rights, pursuing interests, and obtaining services.
- Implement programming that develops skills leading to increased autonomy and self-sufficiency.
- Provide learning opportunities that help individuals develop skills, confidence, and knowledge to bring about positive change in their lives.
- Attend monthly self-advocacy meetings with other PALS Self-Advocacy Coordinators.
- Conduct bi-weekly self-advocacy meetings with individuals at the location.
- Schedule and manage at least four self-advocacy fundraisers annually.
- Attend annual self-advocacy awareness events, including the annual State House visit, synergy meetings, and an amusement park event; some events may require overnight stays.
- Maintain and oversee the self-advocacy budget and ensure funds support self-advocacy efforts.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay and paid holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching after one year
- Education assistance
- Paid training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
