Special Kids Special Families · 1 day ago
Program Coordinator
Colorado Springs, CO
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expSpecial Kids Special Families is dedicated to providing care and support to individuals with special needs. The Program Coordinator is responsible for supervising staff, providing direct care to clients, and ensuring adherence to policies and regulations while promoting program growth and community engagement.
Child CareFamilyNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Must be self-motivated, possess excellent time management skills, can work independently as well as cooperatively
Work with the Lead Program Coordinator to identify opportunities for program expansion and make recommendations
Will execute the adult mentor position, providing direct care to clients, as needed to support program
Will provide supervision as delegated by the Lead Program Coordinator of the Adult Lead Mentors and Adult Mentors
Assist with training and will provide appropriate feedback to job performance within a timely manner
Provide transportation needs of the client
Assist with the training of new and existing staff by modeling how to lead a group and/or one-on-one activity (cooking, social skills, sensory integration, etc.), engaging clients, client specific needs and protocols, behavior plans and individual support plans and goals
Train staff and assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s)
Assist in the overall supervision of staff/clients as a member of the management team and report any concerns or incidents to the appropriate management staff
Responsible for completing and managing staff performance plans, correctives, annual evaluations
Will consult with Lead Program Coordinator for all staff performance plans, correctives, and annual evaluations
Will coordinate in collaboration with Lead Program Coordinator regarding the staff/client schedule, and program transportation, identifying needs/concerns and strengths
Will rotate the On-call duties with management team as delegated and assist with questions, directing and handling emergency responses
As part of the Adult Services Management Team will have effective and prompt communication with family/guardian, members of the IDT (Interdisciplinary Team) and SKSF staff to ensure the health and safety of clients
Maintain an organized and confidential filing system for client information
Complete all necessary and required program documentation and reports, responsible for regular auditing of client files
Be able to learn, utilize and train staff on the Therap (online database)
Complete Client/Program Tracking and quarterly reports
Write and review incident reports, checking for accuracy, providing necessary corrections, and reporting to the appropriate teams
Work with the Lead Program Director on the identification, response, processing and follow up of incident reports, per organizational Incident Reporting Policy & procedure
Oversee and support the calendar of lesson plans, ensuring they are habilitative and educational, reflecting the goals of individual service plans
Develop activities that promote and enhance personal growth, learning, and client recognition
Identify goals and objectives for clients, document progress on achieving goals and requesting plans and other documentation as needed, review program with Lead Program Coordinator
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with clients, parents, guardians, providers, and outside entities
Work with the Lead Program Coordinator to identify clients in need of HRC review and provide needed documents to HRC
Oversee the physical and safety needs of the program
Actively participate in all client meetings
Attend all pertinent staff and management meetings
Be able to problem solve in a solution focused manner
Responsible for opening and closing of the facility
Miscellaneous duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be self-motivated, possess excellent time management skills, can work independently as well as cooperatively
Will execute the adult mentor position, providing direct care to clients, as needed to support program
Will provide supervision as delegated by the Lead Program Coordinator of the Adult Lead Mentors and Adult Mentors
Assist with training and will provide appropriate feedback to job performance within a timely manner
Provide transportation needs of the client
Assist with the training of new and existing staff by modeling how to lead a group and/or one-on-one activity (cooking, social skills, sensory integration, etc.), engaging clients, client specific needs and protocols, behavior plans and individual support plans and goals
Train staff and assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's)
Assist in the overall supervision of staff/clients as a member of the management team and report any concerns or incidents to the appropriate management staff
Responsible for completing and managing staff performance plans, correctives, annual evaluations
Will consult with Lead Program Coordinator for all staff performance plans, correctives, and annual evaluations
Will coordinate in collaboration with Lead Program Coordinator regarding the staff/client schedule, and program transportation, identifying needs/concerns and strengths
Will rotate the On-call duties with management team as delegated and assist with questions, directing and handling emergency responses
As part of the Adult Services Management Team will have effective and prompt communication with family/guardian, members of the IDT (Interdisciplinary Team) and SKSF staff to ensure the health and safety of clients
Maintain an organized and confidential filing system for client information
Complete all necessary and required program documentation and reports, responsible for regular auditing of client files
Be able to learn, utilize and train staff on the Therap (online database)
Complete Client/Program Tracking and quarterly reports
Write and review incident reports, checking for accuracy, providing necessary corrections, and reporting to the appropriate teams
Work with the Lead Program Director on the identification, response, processing and follow up of incident reports, per organizational Incident Reporting Policy & procedure
Oversee and support the calendar of lesson plans, ensuring they are habilitative and educational, reflecting the goals of individual service plans
Develop activities that promote and enhance personal growth, learning, and client recognition
Identify goals and objectives for clients, document progress on achieving goals and requesting plans and other documentation as needed, review program with Lead Program Coordinator
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with clients, parents, guardians, providers, and outside entities
Work with the Lead Program Coordinator to identify clients in need of HRC review and provide needed documents to HRC
Oversee the physical and safety needs of the program
Actively participate in all client meetings
Attend all pertinent staff and management meetings
Be able to problem solve in a solution focused manner
Responsible for opening and closing of the facility
Prefer a minimum of one year's experience in direct care in a community-based program or applicable experience with special needs
Demonstrate leadership skills, good judgment, professionalism, and an ability to supervise others
Require a minimum of one year of supervisory experience
Current CPR, First Aid & CPI, & Universal Precautions (to be scheduled within (30) days of hire)
QMAP and G-Tube training required. Demonstrates proficient knowledge of state medication administration & G-tube rules and regulations/specialized medical health plans
Must be able to lift and transfer; up to 50 lbs
A valid driver's license & current vehicle insurance, and an acceptable driving record per SKSF standards
Preferred
Prefer an associate or bachelor's degree
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employer Matching 401K
Paid time off, including sick time and holidays, including one floating holiday: unused sick days roll over up to 48 hours in a year.
Referral Program
Free Child Care
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for staff on our health insurance.
Employees are eligible for 70% discount (employer contribution) toward Advanced Primary Health Care membership with Pinnacle.
Company
Special Kids Special Families
Special Kids Special Families is a non-profit organization that offers support services to families and individuals.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase