What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at Sunrise Community of Tennessee, Inc.?
Job Description:
Are you passionate about helping others? Would you like to make a difference in someone’s life? If you answered yes, we encourage you to join the Sunrise family! Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sunrise we pride ourselves in taking an individualized approach in addressing the unique needs of each person seeking or receiving services. As an employer, we seek to provide an environment of growth and development for our employees that is consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people.
Purpose:
To provide support and assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to enable them to live valued lives in the community.
Qualifications:
- Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings
- Must possess a valid Driver's License which meets company standards for approved driver status.
- Must possess advanced computer skills
- Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Experience working in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred
- Minimum one year of experience in writing program plans, case notes or other relevant documentation required
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for the development, implementation and coordination of individual’s program plans
- Develop, implement and monitor individualized training programs to meet identified priority training needs
- Ensures all plans are person centered and reflect the individual’s hopes and dreams through active participation wherever possible
- Ensure all documentation is accurate and complete according to regulatory requirements
- Communicate with all team members, including family, guardians and support coordinators to ensure that the individual’s needs are being addressed
- Performs other duties as assigned
This position will remain open until filled.
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Sunrise is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.