IDD Program Coordinator

Baptist Children's Home•Thomasville, NC

About The Position

Every day is an opportunity for you to be a difference-maker for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities! As Program Coordinator with Baptist Children's Homes of North Carolina's (BCH) Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Ministry (I/DDM), you do more than provide support for these special residents. It is about them achieving incredible goals! It is helping them realize dreams! It is witnessing their joy as they grow spiritually! If this opportunity excites you, apply to be Program Coordinator to I/DDM with BCH! About Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Ministry Baptist Children's Homes of NC operates nine residential group homes in six communities across North Carolina for intellectually/ developmentally disabled adults. These family-style homes offer a safe living environment with a Christian atmosphere which includes opportunities for spiritual enrichment, preparation of nutritious meals, transportation, enhancement of daily and independent living and social skills. BCH promotes and supports maximum independence, individual growth, and inclusion in residents community. Learn more at bchfamily.org [https://www.bchfamily.org/programs/intellectual-development-disabilities]. Turn your calling into a career and apply to work at BCH. ___________________________________ SUMMARY The Program Coordinator coordinates administrative duties and special projects for the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Ministry under direction of the Program Director. Duties include onboarding and orientation of new staff, meeting minutes, maintenance of records, and other administrative duties as assigned. The Program Coordinator assists with supporting duties related to the Qualified Professional (QP) in each home.

Requirements

Four years degree in higher education AND;
Two or more years’ experience providing I/DD services AND;
One or more years administrative support experience or training
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to positively represent the agency to internal and external contacts.
Must be proficient in Microsoft software applications and data base programs.
Must be organized and able to manage and complete multiple tasks and work independently.
Meets the general qualifications for employment as outlined in the institution's personnel policies.
Has ability to relate to people meaningfully and to function as a member of the I/DDM team.
Education, experience, skills, and abilities compatible with the responsibilities outlined in this job description.
Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle, including 15-passenger vans, without assistance, possess a valid driver license and safe driving record while driving self and residents to various locations.

Responsibilities

Knowledge and understanding of the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities program’s structure, services, policies and procedures, job performance requirements, and related jobs.
Participate as a team member by sharing responsibilities and supporting the I/DDM Director and I/DDM team.
Maintain personal growth and skill development by participating in training opportunities to enhance job performance, scheduling time for independent study, and keeping abreast of emerging trends in administrative and service related practices and procedures.
Perform work, following these guidelines: establishes priorities, sets and evaluates goals and strategies, sets and implements tasks, follows through on assigned tasks, does work accurately, completes tasks promptly, takes care of equipment, and makes use of problem-solving process.
Proficiently operate office equipment required for the position.
Use proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Communicate with the public, in oral and written form, in a tactful and effective manner.
Handle phone calls courteously, promptly, and responsibility.
Maintain an orderly and up-to-date filing system.
Handle confidential information in a professional manner.
Carry out responsibilities assigned by supervisor with competence and minimal supervision.
Respect the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of staff members and residents in care and strives to create a positive relationship within BCH.
Participate in the agency's Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program as needed.
Assist with on boarding and orientation of new I/DDM staff.
Develop training and other materials for the program in conjunction with Director.
Complete licensing applications and materials for I/DDM homes.
Assist Director with conferences.
Assist Director with record audits and other special projects in the homes.
Complete tasks and projects as assigned by I/DDM Director.
Maintain caseload in absence of other Qualified Professionals.
Provide fill- in duties in group homes, as needed, including some overnight duties.
Assure staff coverage in the Group Homes.
Provides support and supervision in a home environment to enable the residents to participate in community activities, social interactions in the home, and participate in a supportive, therapeutic relationship where the primary purpose of the service is care, habilitation, or rehabilitation.
Provides treatment interventions to ensure that the residents acquire skills necessary to compensate for or remediate functional problems as outlines in the person-centered plan.
Provides supervision, both on an individual and group basis, oversees residents’ daily activities and personal care, assisting and supervising as needed.
Provides Christian role model and spiritual guidance and a Christian environment to include devotions and regular church attendance.
Prepares and provides well balanced meals as outlined by the agency's menus and daily nutritional requirements of residents.
Establishes structure in the home to enable the residents to learn responsibilities and to become functioning members of the home.
Generates an atmosphere which helps each resident feel accepted and respected as a group member.
Maintains a safe home environment including instructing group in safety, fire prevention, fire drills and evacuation plans per policy and procedure.
Plans events for residents, including informal social time, special events and group activities as outlined by the QP, maintaining the required weekly amount of 14 hours.
Complies with safety in accordance with OSHA, food program, sanitation, building code, accreditation standards, and N.C. licensing requirements.
Provides transportation for residents to events, including but not limited to school, work, church, and medical appointments.
Purchases food, supplies, and equipment to meet the needs of each resident according to schedule maintained in group home and upon approval by the QP.
Greets visitors in a positive and hospitable manner.
Provides attention to the medical and dental health needs of each resident as outlined in policies and procedures and directed by the QP.
Maintains agency vehicle in good operating condition by ensuring regular maintenance service. Report any repairs needed to the QP.
Teaches weekly life skills curriculum to residents and allows for group participation and learning.
Meets the general qualifications for employment as outlined in the Institution's personnel policies.