DDS Program Coordinator - Shared Living

Open Sky Community Services Inc.; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Salary

USD $23.00/Hr.

Description and Responsibilities

The Shared Living program serves 60 adults with varying challenges and ages to become part of a host family, with all the benefits and responsibilities that sharing a life and a household entail. Host families, often referred to as providers or caregivers, help the individual to build meaningful relationships and provide opportunities for them to lead their best life. We value the diversity and culture of each home and design tailored supports for the provider depending on everyone’s unique needs and preferences. Open Sky’s Shared Living program allows providers to gain the satisfaction of knowing they are helping someone to develop the tools to live a meaningful and satisfying life. In exchange, Open Sky provides each home a comprehensive support team including individualized case management, clinical, nursing supports and a generous monthly tax-free stipend.

The Shared Living Coordinator operates out of Whitinsville and maintains a caseload of placements in the Central Massachusetts region. They provide support and training to Shared Living Providers and assist in the facilitation of meaningful community roles and relationships for individuals served.

Other Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of families to ensure adherence to the program model.
• Assist in creative acquisition of resources and entitlements to assist family and individual in meeting goals.
• Work collaboratively with clinician and Registered Nurse as a multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate and work with other service providers, funders, support networks, and/or extended family.
• Participate in occasional on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field and/or two years residential or administrative experience, required.
• Valid Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and reliable vehicle with proof of insurance required.

About Us

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.

Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL.

At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.