Program Coordinator

We are currently seeking a Program Coordinator to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division at a residential home in Hummelstown, PA.

Position Overview

The Program Coordinator holds primary responsibility for site-based compliance to PA Office Of Developmental Programs regulations, county requirements and implementation of all MERAKEY policies and standards. The Program Coordinator assumes the onsite leadership role in assuring the health, safety and contentment of the individuals served, and the smooth daily operation of their assigned program. Additionally, this position will be the primary supervision on second shift with House Manager and site based Direct Support Professionals (House Manager Aide)

The Program Coordinator holds primary responsibility for site-based compliance to PA Office of Developmental programs regulations, county requirements and implementation of all Merakey policies and standards. The Program Coordinator assumes the onsite leadership role in assuring the health, safety and contentment of the individuals served, and the smooth daily operation of their assigned program. Additionally, this position will be the primary communicator between the House Manager and DSPS . Training, supervision, administrative and management functions may potentially be assigned to include:

• Demonstrate competent implementation of all Individual Support Plans (ISPs)

• Leads team members in developing community opportunities for the individuals served

• Demonstrate understanding of applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Assures that all Direct Support Professionals assigned to the site have been effectively trained in BSPS, ISPs, site safety, and applicable regulations.

• Maintains a clean and hazard free environment

• Accountable for frontline site safety requirements, including safety systems and fire drills and site safety training..

• Initial responsibility for accurate daily documentation and oversight of DSP

• Is responsible for efficient completion of Personal Property Inventories

• Facilitates all medical care, including necessary documentation, with appropriate Medical staff and management staff as needed.

• Assists the House Manager with scheduling of Direct Support Professionals for the program as assigned.

• Assures effective implementation of individual medication policies and procedures on site.

• Monitors Medication Administration Records for accuracy

• Assures appropriate transportation for individuals

• Completes Monthly Reports as assigned

• Manages on site individual funds according to the Merakey policies in conjunction with House Manager

• Effectively manages house petty cash and grocery budgets in conjunction with House Manager

• Assures that dietary needs of the individuals are met

• Assists with completion of annual assessment as requested

• Assures the physical site always meets all standards

• Efficiently completes Maintenance requests as needed

• Completes annual self-assessment specific to site issues

• Works additional Direct Support hours as needed when coverage cannot be located

• Shares information through the established Chain of Command, providing effective response and follow up as needed.

• Assures all documentation is delivered to the supervisor in a timely manner

• Presents professionally in dress, demeanor, and communication

• Completes all training as assigned

• Provides all training as assigned

• Attends all supervisory meetings as assigned

• Provide Direct Support to the individuals in their charge

• Active member of the team in program and plan development

• Demonstrate initiative and personal responsibility for the health and welfare of the individual

• Respectfully listen to and communicate with consumers, families, coworkers, management, and community members

• Protect each person's dignity in the home, workplace, and community.

• Demonstrate full knowledge of plans and required supports of each consumer served

• Facilitate quality healthcare by being aware of medical issues, transporting individuals as assigned, and effectively communicating with the healthcare professional.

• Observe individual behavior/symptoms of mental illness and inform supervisor and/or Psychiatric Doctor of any unpredictable or worrisome behavior.

• Provide assessment, observation and documentation related to psychiatric symptoms and the anticipated needs in stabilizing the individuals and their mental health concerns.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Apply today through the Merakey employee portal.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay

• Work/Life Balance

• Flexible Schedules

• Cell Phone Discount Plans

• Employee Referral Bonuses

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Care.com Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

• Minimum HS diploma

• Valid PA driver's license

• Criminal clearance

• One year related experience (some college coursework and supervisory experience preferred)