What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at Benchmark Human Services?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.
Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.
Our Westminster, MD office is hiring a Program Coordinator to ensure quality services and individual centered approaches forthe individuals in Alternative Living Units or community Supported Living Arrangements.
Benefits
Requirements
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Full-time
Description
Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.
Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.
Our Westminster, MD office is hiring a Program Coordinator to ensure quality services and individual centered approaches forthe individuals in Alternative Living Units or community Supported Living Arrangements.
Benefits
- Competitive wages.
- Health, vision, and dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401k plan with company match.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Employee discounts with various vendors.
- Advancement opportunities.
- Develop and implement the Individual Plan
- Assessment, planning, implementation, and review of person-centered support plans for individuals receiving services
- Coordinate the delivery of all services provided by Benchmark Human Services and the community
- Assist individuals served in expanding their opportunities to participate in community life as they choose
- Provide on-call direct support and coverage coordination
- Participate in the hiring, training and supervision of Managers and Direct Support Professionals
- Schedule staff in accordance with IP and budget
- Accurate and timely implementation of Individual Plans, required reporting to regional offices, individual, QA walk through, monthly and daily documentation (logs, red, yellow and orange books, fire and tornado drills, individual medical information, MARs, etc.)
- To be aware of and submit reportable incidents within required time frames
- Manage and monitor client finances within required time frames
- Serve as liaison with external resource coordinators, families, other agencies and internal programs
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalency required, Degree preferred.
- 5 years' Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
- Supervisory experience
- Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
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