Community Coordinator

The Association Of People With Disability; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The Association Of People With Disability seeks a skilled professional for Community-Based Rehabilitation in Bengaluru. The role involves conducting assessments, training families, and facilitating access to assistive services.

Applicants should have at least 12 years of relevant experience, a certification in community-based rehabilitation, and should be fluent in Kannada. Flexibility to travel daily and adapt to community dynamics is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of field experience in disability-focused community rehabilitation programs.
• Basic knowledge of the CBR matrix across health, education, and social inclusion.
• Local language proficiency, preferably Kannada.

Responsibilities

• Conduct CBR-based assessments and develop community rehabilitation plans.
• Identify individuals needing therapy or assistive devices.
• Educate families on disability management and rehabilitation strategies.

Skills

Field engagement

Community facilitation

Knowledge of disability

Technological comfort

Education

Certification in Community-Based Rehabilitation Training

Job description

Job Purpose

To support the implementation of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) activities by identifying persons with disabilities (PwDs), delivering field-based interventions, facilitating assistive services, and bridging the gap between therapy teams and community needs for inclusive rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct CBR-based assessments and assist in developing community-linked rehabilitation plans.
• Identify individuals in need of therapy, assistive devices, or specialized referrals.
• Educate and train families and caregivers on disability management and home-based rehabilitation strategies.
• Facilitate the distribution, demonstration, and follow-up on the effective use of assistive devices and adaptive technologies.
• Map and maintain an inventory of local resources, services, and facilities accessible to PwDs.
• Conduct regular follow-ups to ensure sustained use of rehabilitation aids and appropriate care practices.
• Maintain case documentation including assessments, referrals, progress notes, and outcomes.
• Act as a field-level liaison between therapy teams and the local community to ensure timely service delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certification in Community-Based Rehabilitation Training (CCRT) or equivalent recognized course.
• Minimum 12 years of field experience in disability-focused or community rehabilitation programs.
• Basic knowledge of the CBR matrix across domains: health, education, livelihood, social inclusion, and empowerment.
• Ability to communicate and engage effectively with community members and local bodies.
• Local language proficiency (Kannada preferred) and cultural sensitivity.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong field engagement and community facilitation abilities.
• Practical understanding of disability, accessibility, and inclusive development.
• Ability to demonstrate and train others in using mobility aids and assistive devices.
• Effective coordination, planning, and documentation skills.
• Empathetic, patient-centred approach with good interpersonal skills.
• Technological comfort for basic data entry and use of mobile-based reporting tools.

Flexibility

• Willingness to travel daily to remote, underserved, and interior locations.
• Comfortable working in dynamic community environments such as homes, Anganwadi, and local institutions.
• Flexibility in working hours, especially during health camps, outreach events, or special drives.
• Ability to adapt to field challenges, including weather, terrain, and logistical constraints.

Requirements

Willing to work at community through ROW bus.