Education & Development Coordinator

Duties Assist the Education and Development Specialist in the day-to-day operations and coordination of educational and development programs within the Day Services Program. Requirements Become registered as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) within three months. QIDP Qualification Required. Bachelor’s degree and one year working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Pay $21.00 an hour. Starting rate is based on training and experience. Essential Functions Plan, coordinate, and implement services to meet the needs of clients and achieve departmental goals. Plan, coordinate, and facilitate Learning for Life Program and additional educational programs and events. Sourcing and creating educational materials. Communicate with team members regarding information on activities and events. Training and consulting with staff on best practices for implementing education and learning techniques. Assist with staff training. Use staff and client input and independent research to develop and oversee activity schedule. Promote community inclusion and develop community partnerships. Understand and implement individual service plans and develop programs to assist clients in achieving outcomes. Support DSPs in classrooms, including assisting with client personal care. Teach and demonstrate behavior management techniques. Assist with orientation of new clients. Coordinate transportation as needed. Provide for the safety and health of the staff and clients. Comply with and enforce applicable licensing and regulatory requirements, laws, work rules, accreditation standards and O.H. policies and procedures. Be certified in medication administration and pass medications as needed. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions, and use independent judgment. Ability to maintain accurate records. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. Skilled in Microsoft Office. Education and Experience Become registered as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) within three months. QIDP Qualification Required. Bachelor’s degree and one year working with individuals with developmental disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oh Inc