Shared Living Coordinator

HopeWell Inc.•Taunton, MA

11h•$50,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

HopeWell's Shared Living Program offers high quality placements that support individuals toward leading happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Staff develop partnerships with individuals and caregivers centered around individuals’ needs and interests that evolve as they age. We support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of community-based living options as they pursue independence, live with dignity, and engage as full members of their communities. In a world that is not equally optimized for everyone’s success, we believe every person is entitled to receive resources, supports, and opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, preferably in a Shared Living setting
Daily access to an automobile is required.
Driving is required in and out of the catchment area and could include transporting of individuals and caregivers at times.
A valid MA State Driver’s License.
Remain current in all required trainings.
Clearing of background checks as required by state and federal law.
Remain current in all required trainings.

Nice To Haves

BS/BA in human services field preferred
Experience with Positive Behavior Supports preferred
Excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and strong organizational and time management skills; demonstrated ability to be flexible, resourceful, and juggle multiple tasks and priorities
A high level of professionalism in work and interpersonal interactions with both internal and external contacts; presents to others as organized, informed, reliable, dependable and approachable
Able to work independently as well as a member of a diverse, multidisciplinary team; collaborative and open-minded; welcomes constructive feedback; incorporates opinions of others and practices the art of compromise
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations
Computer skills to perform essential functions
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport and trusting relationships with individuals and caregivers and other professionals
High level of personal accountability for the quality and impact of work and demonstrated ability to effectively organize, plan, and prioritize work; desire to learn and grow professionally and comfortable asking questions
Must be comfortable working in community settings (e.g. caregiver homes, in the community).
Empathy and desire to work with adults with developmental disabilities
Demonstrates sound problem solving and decision making, and seeks assistance when necessary, especially when complex and unexpected situations arise; ensures all relevant parties have needed information in a timely manner

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing assessment of individual well-being and develop plans to ensure safety and de-escalate crisis as needed.
Assure high quality support & comprehensive training is provided to the individuals through a Positive Behavior Support (PBS) approach, which increases individuals’ independence.
Collaborate with program leadership to engage in recruitment, selection, matching, transition, retention, and evaluation of caregivers. Maintain & train current and new caregivers in all aspects of their responsibilities.
Collaborate with program leadership to complete referrals and intakes with a focus on ensuring appropriate placements are made.
Provide on-call coverage and crisis management that ensures individuals’ well-being. Notify and consult with program leadership, DDS, caregivers, and other stakeholders where appropriate.
Ensure that the program meets and complies with all applicable DDS regulations, policies, and procedures. Oversee compliance of caregivers specified in the licensure & certification indicator guidelines.
Develop positive relationships with individuals and caregivers. Ensure that individuals we support are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with Hopewell’s Human Rights policy. Support the development and growth of all individuals served in the program and provide all annual and other relevant training to individuals.
Conduct home and community-based visits as required.
Complete all required internal assessments, HCSIS ISP assessments and participate in the ISP meeting.
Collaborate closely with local DDS Area Offices, Survey & Certification, and other Department personnel as delineated by the Director.
Keep accurate and up to date program records and documentation.
Actively participate in program and agency internal (e.g., supervision, collaborating with colleagues, caregiver & staff meetings, town halls) and external meetings (e.g. collaborating with other providers, external committee meetings) both in person and virtually as assigned.
Perform all duties in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures.

Benefits

Generous Hiring Bonus
Generous bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language that meet the needs of our families (other than English) – up to $3,500
Access to our excellent BCBS medical benefits
Retirement benefits including 401K match up to 6%
Generous paid time off up; up to 5 weeks off; 2 floating holidays, 2 personal days, 14 paid holidays, up to 15 sick days
Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities! Additional funds for training and development.
Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work! As well as bonuses for licensure attainment
Wellness benefits including access to employee resource groups, discounted gym memberships, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Student Loan Pay-Down Program
Licensure supervision