#127-24 Assistant House Coordinator
- East Hartford, CT, United States
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- English
- Posted
Original job description
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 driverandtrade;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. - COVID-19 Vaccination. - 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)
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Skills
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Communication skills
- Computer technology
- Microsoft Office
- Case management