Family Supports & Recreation Coordinator

$3500 Sign On Bonus for New Hires!

• Works closely with the Program Director in delivering service standards of excellence and ensures operational compliance within the assigned program in accordance with Federal, State and funder regulations.
• Timely and accurate coding for services into electronic medical records system for documentation and billing purposes.
• Independent within the office setting and out in the community.
• Coordinate several different events, including but not limited to negotiating with vendors, logistics.
• Development of promotional materials for events such as monthly dances, bowling, and Saturday trips.
• Develop goals and objectives, train the staff, and participate in the Individuals Support Planning process.
• Conduct oneself professionally, maintaining respect, following regulations and agency policies, and adhering to confidentiality requirements in all assigned duties.
• Provides transportation for individuals to community events, including performing safe lifts and transfers of individuals who use wheelchairs.
• Supports individuals to increase independence while safely navigating the community.
• Actively advocates for individuals served and demonstrates agency mission and values in all interpersonal and professional relations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Program Director

• A valid driver’s license.
• At least two years of experience in the field working with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities including autism spectrum disorder and Acquired Brain Injury preferred and their families.
• An acceptable driving record, CORI, Fingerprint, and DPPC registry checks are required at all times during employment with The Arc of Opportunity
• Functional and situational reasoning to follow policy, problem solve, exercise sound judgement, prioritize multiple tasks, and crisis manage.
• Knowledge about community resources to better assist individuals served in achieving their goals while seeking to empower and enhance their quality of life.
• Cross functional communication skills, written and oral, which convey clear and concise information in a professional and respectful manner to individuals supported, family members/guardians, peers, government agencies, community partners and employees.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, software applications, financial management skills, and electronic medical records.
• Ability to exert light to moderate physical activity which may involve lifting up to25 pounds and pushing and pulling objects of a similar weight.