Description

If making a lasting difference in someone's life is a priority for you and your career goals, we want to help you get there. LIFESPAN is hiring a compassionate, hardworking, friendly, and reliable Program Coordinator to oversee, monitor and supervise the daily operations of a year round center and its staff as they support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or mental illness.

Schedule: Monday through Friday first shift

Salary starts at $17.10 base pay

Location: 919 Stokes Street, Burlington, NC 27215

What we do:

LIFESPAN’s mission is to empower children and adults with disabilities by providing education, employment and enrichment opportunities to live, work and play in their communities. As a Program Coordinator in one or our Early Learning Centers, you will lead your team in developing individual goals for the children and planning and implement activities to assist them with reaching those goals, ensuring a safe and fun environment to learn and socialize with others. LIFESPAN is committed to helping you succeed by providing a supportive team environment, training, growth and development, and career advancement. Join our team of passionate and caring professionals to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

What you’ll get:

• Competitive pay
• Flexible schedules including full and part time opportunities
• Paid training
• Full time employees have access to benefits including paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; 403b retirement plan with employer match; and perks galore!

What you’ll do:

• As directed/determined by Program Management, schedule and attend Service Plan/Plan of Care meetings, Planning meetings, MCO provider meetings (only in extreme cases when Program Management is unavailable), and other meetings as scheduled.
• Coordinate objectives and meet deadlines for the implementation of Service Plans/Plans of Care.
• Consult with QP or Program Management regarding performance issues; communicate potential issues involving individuals or staff and case management needs to QP or Program Management.
• Communicate issues or concerns regarding individuals with appropriate team members;
• Communicate with clinical consultants, case managers and families as needed.
• Monitor compliance with program and production expectations.
• Implement and monitor all state regulations.
• Enforce policies, procedures and general guidelines of LIFESPAN.
• Ensure that community inclusion and choices are integral parts of the program.
• Ensure staff adheres to LIFESPAN Philosophy of Positive Communication, Positive Relationships and Positive Supports.
• Ensure programming includes daily living skills training.
• Utilize and maximize community resources by attending networking functions and appropriate
• functions as assigned by Program Management.
• Serve as an advocate for the individuals we serve.
• Other duties assigned as needed.
• In addition, you may be required to:
• Administer medications. Training is provided.

Requirements

What you need:

• Associate’s Degree in Human Services, Early Childhood or related field preferred or High School Diploma or GED and three to five years of experience in services to persons with developmental disabilities or any equivalent combination of education or experience. Minimum of one year previous supervisory experience preferred. Qualified Professional status preferred.
• Pass criminal record and healthcare registry check
• Pass Drug Screen
• Pass driving record check if providing transportation
• Commitment to achieve competency in required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Note: Current First Aid/CPR blended or classroom certification is required. If you do not currently have certification from an approved provider, our American Red Cross certified instructors will provide you the training.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently (per policy)

LIFESPAN is committed to a culture that inspires longevity, latitude, creativity, balance, and fulfillment. LIFESPAN is an equal opportunity employer.