Job Description

OF POSITION:

Responsible for program oversite of up to 30 adult consumers and all direct service workers in the adult Community Participation Supports. Maintain contact/communications with parents/guardians, adult consumers, staff, other providers, and supports coordinators related to the program. Responsible for ensuring the safety of adult consumers attending the Community Participation Supports and/or attending outside activities. Responsible for development and implementation of Community Participation Supports activities for groups and individuals according to the needs established in each adult consumer's Individual Service Plan (ISP).

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises, monitors and evaluates services, reviews with consumers, dates, signs off on monthly and quarterly documentation of progress toward services, and ensures that all documentation is in compliance with regulations (ISP, quarterly reports, daily attendance, outcomes).
• Participates in the development of ISP's, provides ongoing revision, reports discrepancies and needed changes to Supports Coordination, and implements Individual Services Plans (ISPs) for adult consumers.
• Coordinates and/or administers assessments and on-going progress monitoring of adult consumers.
• Identifies and manages the funding sources to support programming needs, including but not limited to, waivers and the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Coordinates the daily activities and services provided to each individual.
• Coordinates the training of direct service workers in the content of health and safety, medication management, employability, activities of daily living, community integration, and other tasks specific to the consumer.
• Coordinates scheduling of direct support workers to ensure adequate coverage, as well as staff daily performance. Develops and maintains community partner/employer contacts for community integration and volunteer experiences for consumers.
• Works with and communicates between internal and external stakeholders (families, funding agencies, community partners) to ensure person centered plans.
• Completes all annual trainings as required
• Provides direct oversight of the DSPs and ensures completion of their daily responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

1. A master's degree or above in social sciences, human services, psychology, education or related field from an accredited college or university and 1 year of work experience working directly with persons with disabilities OR A bachelor's degree in social sciences, human services, psychology, education or related field from an accredited college or university and 2 years of work experience working directly with persons with disabilities.
2. Valid PA driver's license and ability to pass CCIU approved driver status.
3. Certification in CPR/First aid.
4. Successful completion of ACRE training or CESP within 1 year of hire.

Skills and Abilities

a. Language Skills

i. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, present information and respond

to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

ii. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from

supervisors, co-workers, and the general public.

iii. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from internal and external

customers.

b. Mathematical Skills

i. Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts in the performance of routine assignments.

c. Reasoning Ability

i. Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

ii. Ability to interpret technical instructions and regulations.

iii. Ability to apply sound judgment to resolve conflicts and solve problems.

d. Other Skills and Abilities

i. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the school community.

ii. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

iii. Ability to maintain data systems to manage consumer reports, payroll, Emergency Management and incident reporting, staff training to maintain licensing compliance.

iv. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

v. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

vi. Ability to apply sound judgment to resolve conflicts and solve problems

Physical Requirements

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk and, on occasion, drive adult consumers in IU vans. The employee is frequently required to talk and listen. The position requires the employee to use hands to handle or feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. This job requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires meeting deadlines with severe time constraints, interacting with staff and the public, and irregular or extended work hours. The work environment may vary due to the specific ISP goals of each adult consumer attending the Adult Day Program.

SALARY:

Project Level 13 $62,046 - $77,557, 12 months 260 days per year,

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Equal Opportunity Employer Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.