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Alpha Supported Living Services · 1 month ago

Supported Living Program Coordinator with DSP Duties - Shoreline (Northwest Branch)

Bothell, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$28/hr - $33.60/hr

1+ years exp

Alpha Supported Living Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing residential and community-based services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The Supported Living Program Coordinator will assist in overseeing support for participants, manage staffing schedules, provide training, and monitor participant homes while ensuring adherence to the agency's principles and values.

Home Health CareNon ProfitWellness

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Assist Program Supervisor and provide participant supports that meet their individual needs

Revise staffing schedules and help find coverage for staff absences/vacations; Work direct support shifts as needed

Provide on-site training to new staff

Monitor petty cash funds and complete related activities

Monitor the upkeep of participant homes and notify appropriate personnel about concerns, assisting with resolutions as needed or requested

Review participant-related documentation and discuss with supervisor regularly

Attend Person Centered Planning meetings and participate in the development and implementation of participant IISPs

Encourage and support participants to provide input / personal preferences for IISP goal setting

Monitor progress toward IISP goal completion and assist supervisor with staff training as needed

Support participants to decorate their personal living space and provide training to staff regarding how to empower personal choice and self determination

Monitor and track routine tasks

Activity Calendars – Encourage participants to plan or select community activities on a regular basis; Provide input and suggestions when needed

Cleaning Schedules – Help participants develop cleaning schedules for their homes; Develop schedules for clients that are unable to participate; Monitor progress and inform Program Supervisor of concerns; Assist with cleaning as needed

Agency Vehicles – Monitor and complete regularly scheduled maintenance; Compile and maintain insurance, registration and licensing documents for each vehicle; Maintain first aid kits for each vehicle; Notify Program Supervisor of any concerns related to vehicle safety, maintenance or

Grocery Shopping – Work with Lead DSP to monitor food supply and confirm necessary items are purchased for the weekly menu

Adaptive or Safety Equipment - Monitor, track and review participant safety equipment; Record monthly safety checks and fire drills

Maintain and develop professional working relationships with:

Participants’ families and friends, vocational program staff, day program staff, DDA Case/Resource Management and other service providers

Internal staff (and communicate information as needed or required, including incident reports

Participate in staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars; complete individual training requirements annually and maintain certifications and licensures, as required

Attend mandatory training to complete:

First Aid / CPR

Blood borne pathogens

Mandated reporter

12 Continuing Education Hours

Operate a personal vehicle on a regular basis; Maintain personal vehicle in a safe operating condition:

Qualification

Personal care skillsCustomer service skillsProductivity softwareDecision makingCommunication skillsTraining skillsJudgmentProblem-solving

Required

At least 18 years of age

An associate degree, or its equivalent, from a college or university and at least 1 year experience working in social services or A high school diploma/GED and 3 years experience working in social services

Have a Washington State Driver's license, current vehicle insurance and able to be covered on Alpha Supported Living Services' automobile insurance plan based upon his/her driving record

Background inquiry clearance from an authorized state agency

Basic to intermediate ability to use common productivity software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Ability and willingness to learn new software and/or information systems

Basic ability to understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making

Intermediate ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience

Ability and willingness to demonstrate sound judgement and exercise decision making relevant to the scope of work

Knowledge of personal care skills, techniques and procedures; Demonstrated ability to use this knowledge to provide care and support for participants

Ability to recognize, adjust and react appropriately to individual differences in ability, personality, interests, behavioral challenges and medication protocols

Intermediate to advanced customer service skills; Actively look to help others; Awareness of impact of actions on others; Sensitivity and awareness to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense