Designated Coordinator, In Home Services

Why Opportunity Partners? As part of a mission-focused nonprofit that values positive impact, compassion and partnership in our community, Opportunity Partners will train you for success! Join our award-winning team where you’ll do life-changing work and help advance the quality of lives for people with disabilities. Our staff works together in achieving the common goal that people of all abilities can thrive in the world. If you want to earn more than just a paycheck, please apply today! Job Summary As a Designated Coordinator of In-Home Services, you will support people with disabilities to successfully live in their own homes and participate in their communities. You will assist these individuals with increasing their independence and quality of life. The is a full time position. Schedule: Weekday, evening, and weekend positions available Wage: $18.00 per hour How you will make a difference: As part of our team, you will support people with disabilities in the following areas: Utilizes person-centered planning and service delivery methods in developing and implementation plans. Facilitates regular communication with person and IDT related to supports and services’ effectiveness. Provides written documentation on daily progress related to a person served’s plans and paperwork, or other relevant program related information as well as progress reports Provides written reports regarding accidents or incidents and follows guidelines of internal and external notification Facilitates intake and IDT Meetings Maintains data confidentiality and case files Securing funding for services provided Makes referrals for additional services as requested or required · Provides necessary documentation and paperwork as requested Promote hobbies and recreational activities Assist with meal planning, grocery/personal shopping, & cooking Schedule and attend medical appointments Participate in team meetings & writing care plans Support & develop independent living skills Provide education & opportunities to problem solve with regards to safety skills, social interactions, and self-advocacy What you will bring to Opportunity Partners A desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities Work independently with a flexible schedule Must have a personal vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license. You will receive reimbursement for mileage. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Designated Coordinator Status Required: A designated coordinator may have a baccalaureate degree in a field related to human services, education, or health and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children. A designated coordinator may have an associate degree in a field related to human services, education, or health and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older, or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children. A designated coordinator may have a diploma in a field related to human services, education, or health from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 or older or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children. A minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to human services, education, or health and four years full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children and is under the supervision of staff person who meets the designated coordinator qualifications listed above. Opportunity Partners is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming environment for people of diverse communities. Our call to advance diversity, equity and inclusion is rooted in our organizational values and in our mission.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a