Vocational Program Coordinator

A New Leaf, Inc.•Broken Arrow, OK

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible to assist the supervisor in the delivery of quality services to each individual served by A New Leaf. Within the vocational program develops, monitors, and coordinates services for individuals served; Completes all documentation on individuals as it pertains to their program; May provide direct care services as needed. Works with individuals to accomplish all facility-based job time studies. Schedule promotional events and awareness programs as required.

Requirements

Maintain CPR/First Aid certification
Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
Dependable vehicle at all times.
Automobile insurance coverage at all times.
Eligibility to operate agency vehicles.
Ability to bend, stoop, and lift a minimum of 30 pounds.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to complete required documentation and reports.
Fulfill all training and in-service requirements.
Obtain Employment Specialist/Program Coordinator certification within six months of employment.
Minimum age – 21 years old.
Work experience in the field required.
Ability to successfully complete all training requirements.
Expressed desire to work with persons with developmental disabilities.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Good interpersonal skills.
Organizational and problem-solving skills.
Decision-making ability.
Basic mathematical ability.
Possess Oklahoma driver’s license with acceptable, insurable driving record and safe, reliable vehicle.
Criminal arrest check will be done through the OSBI; Per Section 1025.1 et seq. Of Title 56 of the Oklahoma statues, House Bill 1790, any prospective employee with a felony or misdemeanor conviction, guilty plea or plea of nolo contendere will not be eligible for employment. This prohibition may be disregarded if an appropriate waiver is obtained from the Office of the Director, DDSD, Department of Human Services, or his/her designees.
Community Services Registry checks (House Bill 1790) will be done through DDSD, Department of Human Services. The person whose name appears on the registry cannot work for A New Leaf.
Employees and A New Leaf are engaged in an at-will employment relationship, meaning that either is free to terminate the relationship at any time with or without reason and with or without notice.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred
Minimum of four years of any combination of college-level education and/or full-time equivalent experience in serving people with disabilities.
Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the supervisor in the delivery of quality services to each individual served by A New Leaf.
Develop, monitor, and coordinate services for individuals within the vocational program.
Complete all documentation on individuals as it pertains to their program.
Provide direct care services as needed.
Work with individuals to accomplish all facility-based job time studies.
Schedule promotional events and awareness programs as required.
Handle all the daily needs of individuals within the vocational program, including assisting direct care staff with transportation, lunches, schedules, and appointments.
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals in ANL programs and contribute to a positive, safe working environment.
Coordinate and complete all paperwork for annual team meetings, including Vocational Assessments, Methods/Outcomes, Unit Requests, IP Packets, and items requiring parental signatures.
Monitor and evaluate the progress of individuals (outcomes & methods), reporting results in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team.
Complete all daily & monthly required documentation, such as timesheets and monthly reports.
Ensure all training data and monthly reports are completed and filed appropriately.
Complete all facility-based time studies.
Provide training to staff working with individuals in facility settings, utilizing training techniques to ensure production levels are met and all staff are competent in their skills.
Monitor compliance for DDSD Quality Assurance on all in-service issues and assist in providing correction for QA issues under the direction of the supervisor.
Interact with trainees served to promote self-esteem, confidence, and morale, and participate actively to ensure the happiness and well-being of trainees.
Provide direct care back up within the facility in the absence of staff and provide back up direct care services in the community in the absence of management.
Ensure that all client personal data is accurate and up to date using A New Leaf’s system.
Represent individuals in the program in a positive manner and act as a positive role model.
Represent A New Leaf in a professional, unobtrusive manner at all team meetings.
Maintain individual's confidentiality and safeguard individual's rights.
Work with Quality Assurance and Director of Vocational Services to maintain individual files, assuring compliance with all applicable crediting and licensing standards.
Assist in providing correction for QA issues under the direction of the DCS.
Perform duties as requested to meet the needs of A New Leaf.
Develop and maintain a sound working relationship with case managers and parents.
Relate well with the public, parents, customers, visitors, state employees, and other provider agencies.
Communicate clearly and concisely with supervisor to ensure the flow of information, documentation needs are met, and all other client information is shared.