Shared Living Program Coordinator

AbleLight is Now hiring a Full-Time IDD Shared Living Leader!
Requirements:
• Education and/or Experience: bachelor's degree and two years of comparable work experience.
• Certificates, Licenses or Registrations: Must have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record; must have cleared and approved criminal record check; must have legal status in the U.S.
• First Aid/CPR certification. Additional certifications may be required by regulations.
• Physical Demands: Must have ability to travel among assigned sites; must be able to assist with a two person lift of an adult; must be able to do frequent bending and lifting; and must be able to stand for eight (8) hours at a time.
Benefits:
We support the whole person and have designed our benefits with you and your family's total well-being in mind:
• Training program will allow you to become FA/CPR certified
• Mileage reimbursements for travel between group homes Benefits: (for those scheduled 30 hours per week or more):
• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment and access to Teledoc
• Financial Wellness: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 3.5% matching contributions, Health Savings Account, Flexible Savings Account, and Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance
• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Tuition Reimbursements
• Ongoing training to support Career Development
Responsibilities:
• Engage with a variety of sources to build a referral base including but not limited to schools, churches, community members and case management agencies.
• Responsible for the recruitment and interviewing of Shared Living/Host Home providers by using a variety of recruitment methods, screens applicants, conducts background screenings, and completes application process.
• Completes home inspections and HUD survey (as applicable) in Shared Living/Host Home settings.
• Gathers and relays additional information from all applicable eligibility determination entities or organizations, other service agencies, family/guardians, etc. to the Program Manager.
• Meets with individuals (and participants of their choosing) to determine needs, preferences, and personal goals and assists with the coordination of the person-centered planning process.
• Assists Shared Living/Host Home providers and Program Managers in the coordination of temporary Respite services.
• Provides residential program management duties for all new Shared Living/Host Home service recipients for the first thirty to ninety days or for the frequency needed.
• Completes necessary assessments and completes inventory of personal possessions.
• Provides training and support to the Shared Living/Host Home provider.
• Puts together the initial master, home, and/or medical files.
• Maintains a database for referrals and placements.
• Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
During the placement period and 30 days after placement, this position is responsible for establishing and implementing program goals, arranging or providing orientation and training, providing direct oversight of providers, maintaining a quality assurance program, developing and maintaining individual budgets, providing an environment that is conducive to the welfare of the service recipients and is in accordance with federal, state, local and organizational regulations. Conducts outreach and engages in networking activity to attract referrals and Shared Living/Host Home providers. Oversees and coordinates all aspects of placement for individuals being provided with new services, Shared Living/Host Homes, and other residential placements. Assists in the coordination of temporary respite services. Provides interim program management.
Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behaviors):
• Must possess a commitment to the belief that all people have the right to dignity, respect, opportunity and full community inclusion.
• Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be a positive team player and maintain a positive attitude.
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Other details

• Job Family IDD - RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
• Job Function Management
• Pay Type Hourly