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Corp For Public Management #127-24 Assistant House Coordinator in East Hartford, Connecticut
SUMMARY:The responsibility of the Assistant House Coordinator will function as a primary support for the House Coordinator in the provision of residential services for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The position requires organizational skills, proficient problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in the absence of the House Coordinator, and the capacity to work with developmentally disabled adults in a structured setting.
REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Prior experience in related field preferred.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Must have the ability to work in high stress/ high volume environment, while maintaining open communication with other components of treatment and operations.
- Knowledge of DDS systems, preferred.
- Knowledge of basic computer technology and software applications such as Microsoft Office.
- Medication Certification through DDS must be acquired within six months of hire date and maintained throughout employment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist House Coordinator with oversight of daily program operations for a housing program servicing individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Must be able to exercise efficient problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- An ability to calmly respond to crisis and emergency situations.
- An ability to effectively communicate with internal and external providers (including but not limited to; parents/guardians, DDS case management, residential and day program providers, nursing staff and other service providers).
- Capacity to advocate in the best interest of the individuals being served.
- Knowledge of Therapy, preferred.
- Assist with staff scheduling and delegation of daily transportation assignments.
- Assist with the tracking and documenting of fiscal expenditures.
- Other duties as assigned.
SCHEDULE:Full time: Monday-Wednesday (12:00 pm to 8:00 pm)
Saturday-Sunday (7:00 am to 3:00 pm)