Assistant House Coordinator DDS

Overview

The responsibility of the Assistant House Coordinator will function as a primary support for the House Coordinator in the provision of residential services for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The position requires organizational skills, proficient problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in the absence of the House Coordinator, and the capacity to work with developmentally disabled adults in a structured setting.

• Assist House Coordinator with oversight of daily program operations for a housing program servicing individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Must be able to exercise efficient problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• An ability to calmly respond to crisis and emergency situations.
• An ability to effectively communicate with internal and external providers (including but not limited to; parents/guardians, DDS case management, residential and day program providers, nursing staff and other service providers).
• Capacity to advocate in the best interest of the individuals being served.
• Knowledge of Therap, preferred.
• Assist with staff scheduling and delegation of daily transportation assignments.
• Assist with the tracking and documenting of fiscal expenditures.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must have the ability to work in high stress/ high volume environment, while maintaining open communication with other components of treatment and operations.
• Knowledge of DDS systems, preferred.
• Knowledge of basic computer technology and software applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Medication Certification through DDS, First Aid, CPR and PMT certifications must be acquired within six months of hire date and maintained throughout employment

Schedule:

Full-Time - Sunday - Thursday (12:00pm-8:00pm)