Dayhab Coordinator

An employee in this position coordinates and manages the day-to-day operation of the Day Habilitation program (Open Vistas). This includes the free-standing day habilitation site, individual day habilitation cases and day habilitation without walls programs. The Day Habilitation Coordinator shall oversee the development and growth of the programs with an emphasis on quality and diversity of individualized activities and experiences and shall be responsible for the safety and wellbeing of all the people we serve while in attendance at the program or in the community.

There is a direct relationship of the success and growth of the program to the variety and creativeness of the program activities developed. The Day Habilitation Coordinator will embrace the forward thinking ideologies of Adapt of the Hudson Valley?and OPWDD in the movement of individuals from more restrictive and isolative environments to those which foster free thought, individuality and independence. ALL plans developed by the Coordinator of Day Habilitation will embody these tenets.

II.ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

The Day Habilitation Program Coordinator oversees two Assistant Coordinators, two shift leaders and 18 Direct Support Professionals (DSP). These staff work on-site and off-site in without walls community integrated programs.

Ii.required Duties

• Shall work with the individuals therapeutic team in the development of habilitation plans, behavior plans and safeguards.
• Shall act as QIDP in the function of approving and certifying habilitation plans.
• Shall be sensitive to and respect the individual rights, physical and emotional needs of each person and recognize the importance of communicating these needs both verbally and in writing to the appropriate support staff.
• Shall maintain strict fire safety protocols and maintain the fire plan performing regular fire drills in accordance with state regulations.
• Shall monitor billing on a daily basis and ensure required documentation/notes are done, on-time and with quality.
• Shall be responsible for fiscal management and timely reporting to the Finance Department. Will monitor and reconcile petty cash funds and funds of people receiving supports.
• Shall monitor and maintain proper staffing levels.
• Shall supervise staff and evaluate staff performance, recommend advancement, disciplinary action and/or termination to the Director of Community Services.
• Shall hold regular, scheduled monthly meetings with all staff; will maintain a record of these meetings with staff signatures of attendance.
  
  

Essential Skills And Experience

• Have the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently which allows full communication with people served; Adapt of the Hudson Valley staff; and, 3rd parties.
• Have the ability to relate appropriately to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Have a four year degree or equivalent in a related field eligible for QIDP status.
• Have a minimum of two years experience working with people who have disabilities, preferably in a program or community setting
• Experience / familiarity with electronic documenting databases such as Medisked
• Possess computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn to use Precision Care and other database systems.
• Must have prior supervisory experience and positive interpersonal relationship building skills
• Have the ability to use sound judgment while following Adapt HV policies, practices and procedures.
• Have the ability to operate office equipment (including computers).
• Possess a valid driver license with a driving record acceptable to Adapt of the Hudson Valley's insurance carrier and possess the ability to travel to all Adapt HV sites throughout the areas we serve.
• Successfully meet all screening requirements (both prior to hire and during employment) as required by applicable regulation.