What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Program Coordinator - Lodge position at Melmark?
General Responsibilities: The Program Coordinator/Program Staff Supervisor is the primary administrative and clinical supervisor for the residential program and responsible for managing the clinical and administrative operations of the home. He or she ensures that residential staffing meets regulatory requirements, oversees physical plan concerns of the home and assigns responsibilities to each shift of Residential ABA Counselors for habilitative services and activities. The Program Coordinator may supervise up to 15 staff.
Basic Qualifications:
Education/Training: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Service Field, or Psychology, Master’s degree is preferred.
Certifications/Licensure: Board Certification at the Associate’s level (BCaBA) required. (If employee does not have this credential, he/she must obtain the credential within three (3) years of employment or be actively enrolled in a Master’s program.) A valid US driver’s license and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old. Must be capable of attaining approved Melmark driver status. Must meet Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check requirements. Successful completion of employer provided certification in CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention, and Melmark’s Orientation Program and New Hire Onsite training program.
Skill(s): Must demonstrate strong reading, written and oral language skills. Strong teaching skills with emphasis on students who are emotionally, behaviorally, physically and/or developmentally challenged. Experience or interest in the principles and application of Applied Behavior Analysis, curriculum and special education (Autism Spectrum Disorders). Strong interpersonal skills are required.
Experience: Prefer at least two (2) years experience with related populations. Advanced skills in educational and clinical services will be required in this role.
Interrelationships: Individuals served, families, Lead ABA Counselors, Residential ABA Counselors, School Services staff and all other departmental staff.