Shared Living Coordinator - FT - Columbus, KS

Class•Columbus, KS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

CLASS LTD is hiring a Shared Living Coordinator to oversee its Shared Living services for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The coordinator is the primary contact for these services and is responsible for oversight, record keeping, monthly site visits, and compliance with regulatory agencies, including KDADS and the applicable CDDO. The role works independently and as part of a team to help achieve program goals. It is based in Columbus, Kansas, with travel across Cherokee, Crawford, Bourbon, and Neosho counties. The position reports to the VP for Operations. Shared Living services provide a natural, supportive extended-family environment. The coordinator recruits and supports Shared Living homes and contractors, monitors service quality and safety, maintains program records, and works with clients, providers, agency staff, and other team members. Experience is appreciated but not required; training is provided. The successful candidate will be caring, attentive to detail, and committed to enriching the lives of people with disabilities. This is a full-time position with an advertised salary of $37,000–$42,000 per year and expected hours of 40 or more per week. The listed office schedule is 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday, though the schedule may vary as needed. Evening and weekend availability may be required. Work is in person in Columbus, KS. Pre-employment testing is required.

Requirements

Pass a background check concerning criminal offenses and child or elder abuse; the posting also requires no disqualifying records or history involving abuse, neglect, exploitation, or specified criminal offenses.
Maintain a current, valid driver's license in the state of residence and be determined insurable by CLASS's automobile insurance carrier, unless other arrangements are made in advance.
Be able to travel across Cherokee, Crawford, Bourbon, and Neosho counties.
Be able to lift 50 pounds.
Communicate effectively with others.
Read and comprehend written materials, including CLASS policies and procedures.
Compose written materials as required.
Work effectively as a team member and honor commitments to participate on teams such as Specialty Teams and PCSP teams.
Comply with applicable communicable and infectious disease laws and CLASS policies regarding medical examinations or immunizations.
Be available to work evenings and weekends when required.
Complete pre-employment testing.
Experience is appreciated but not required; the employer will train the right person.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contact for Shared Living services and oversee program record keeping and regulatory compliance.
Recruit Shared Living homes, solicit providers, and promote Shared Living services and clients.
Conduct home visits before placements and ensure KDADS and CLASS health and safety expectations are met.
Identify, monitor, and coordinate training needs for Shared Living Contractors (SLCs).
Maintain a database of current Shared Living homes and potential providers.
Train new SLCs on paperwork and help ensure required paperwork is completed correctly.
Maintain working relationships with KDADS, CDDO, and CLASS staff.
Review CLASS-SLC contracts annually and review SLC-client agreements and acknowledgements when changes occur.
Visit Shared Living homes at least monthly, assess service quality, document corrective action plans when needed, and follow up on their status and outcomes.
Communicate and coordinate with team members regarding Shared Living services; attend MFEI and PCSP meetings and assist with PCSP and MCO Service Plan development when necessary.
Maintain confidentiality of client and provider information.
Complete required training and certification, pursue continuing professional development, and stay informed about relevant resources and information.
Support community and agency awareness of issues affecting clients through counseling or training for clients and families, staff and team meetings, and sharing knowledge with coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.