Activities & Care Coordinator

Overview

The Activities & Care Coordinator is responsible for providing leadership in the planning, organizing, and implementation of life-enhancing activities for residents, and in providing auxiliary direct support and care to residents. The Activities & Care Coordinator collaborates with team members to create person-centered programming for residents and inspire participation.

Hourly paid position beginning at $20 per hour, increasing with relevant experience. A $1.00 weekend shift differential is added when performing direct support, and additional compensation is provided for on-call responsibilities. A lucrative vacation and sick time package, along with employee benefits, are available.

• At least 21 years of age
• Degree in a related field or 2 years of experience with adults who have intellectual disabilities
• Good working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and be self‑motivated
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational skills and adherence to deadlines
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the philosophical tenets of community‑based services

• Demonstrates agency values and culture
• Positively and professionally interacts with community members and volunteers
• Demonstrates active engagement and inspires camaraderie with peers
• Maintains clear and accurate records
• Complies with operational and personnel policies
• Demonstrates knowledge retention of training within 3 months of hire
• Advocates for the rights of participants
• Ensures the health, safety, and welfare of participants
• Respects others
• Has general understanding of SCL Regulations or willingness to learn
• Attends meetings and trainings as required
• Commits to the mission of Day Spring
• Completes supervisory training modules on CDS within 6 months of hire date
• Conducts self-assessment according to the organization’s expectations of professionalism and confidentiality
• Assists and cooperates with family member requests
• Ensures a safe, clean, and comfortable living situation

• Provide central leadership to planning events and outings by collaborating with Program Manager, House Manager, and Development team
  • Develop a monthly activities calendar
  • Develop annual life enrichment plan and assist with budgeting
  • Work with House Managers and Lead DSPs to assess resident interest
  • Promote cross‑household experiences
  • Promote community involvement
  • Develop community resources and contacts in conjunction with the Arts & Wellness program
  • Capture photos of activities and provide to the development team
  • Track resident participation in all activities
• Create and maintain a token economy to implement in the Arts & Wellness Program (Wellness Bucks/Store)
• Act as Program liaison to Arts + Wellness program
• Provide leadership at resident activities and events, modeling best practices and ensuring resident safety and enjoyment
• Review, monitor and provide leadership and training to all new support staff in the following areas
  • Provide mentoring and ongoing support to new employees in their first 90 days of employment
  • Assess competency of post‑independent function staff to identify ongoing training needs
• Provide Leadership to DSPs on weekends (alternating with other PA)
  • Rounds at every house to assess for need/opportunity
  • Give direction/suggestions to staff
  • Promote outings and activities
  • Ensure the weekly schedule is posted in each home
  • Answer Helpline calls on assigned weekend from 10 p.m. Friday until 8 a.m. Monday
• Assist with ensuring effective communication between houses and the office, including but not limited to
  • Monitoring that accurate, up‑to‑date staffing schedules are posted in each location
  • Participation in assigned email groups (house medical appointments, Helpline, etc.)
  • Maintenance and use of shared documents (schedules, Site Visits, etc.)
  • Knowledge and use of comprehensive communication tools (e.g., house communication logs, email, meetings, etc.)
• Provide leadership and support to resident medical appointments
  • Transportation to and from appointments
  • Support residents during appointments, including communicating…