Day Program Plan Coordinator

The Center for Disability Services; Town of Guilderland (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Center for Disability Services in New York seeks a Day Program Plan Coordinator (DPC) to support program management by developing ISP Plans, Staff Action Plans, and related documentation. You will craft person-centered plans to promote independence, community inclusion and self-determination, while respecting personal choices and risk-aware decisions.

Qualification includes a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R and BIPP certification; a NYS driving license may be

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Specialized training, license, certification: First Aid, CPR, SCIP-R and BIPP.
• Any medication administration certification and NYS driving license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist program management to ensure ISP Plans and Staff Action Plans are met.
• Develop individualized, person-centered program plans to promote independence and community inclusion.
• Promote self-determination and informed risk-taking while respecting personal lifestyle choices.

Skills

First Aid

CPR

SCIP-R

BIPP

Medication Administration

NY Driving License

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Associate’s degree or two years of college equivalent

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Where people get better at life!Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support.For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere. Day Program Plan CoordinatorThe Day Program Plan Coordinator (DPC) is responsible in assisting program management to ensure ISP Plans, Staff Action Plans and all corresponding documentation and timelines are met. A Day Program Plan Coordinator is responsible for the development of the individualized and person-centered program plans with the purpose of developing opportunities for self-determination, independence, increased productivity and greater community inclusion. The DPC will develop plans to promote independence, community inclusion, individualization, and productivity while respecting the individual’s personal choice regarding lifestyle decisions and their ability to take informed risks.Education Required:High School diploma or equivalentSpecialized training, license, certification, skills: Will be required to complete and demonstrate competency and certification in First Aid, CPR, SCIP-R and BIPP. Must complete Center-Wide, Adult Services division and program specific orientation. Training is provided by CFDS. Some programs may require Medication Administration Certification, NYS Driving License in good standing, Road Test by agency trained personnel and agency vehicle to transport person(s) supported.Education Preferred:Bachelor’s degree in a related field Experience Required:At least 3 years of job related experience, specifically working with people with developmental disabilities or related field. A minimum of an Associate’s degree or two completed years of college may be considered in lieu of 1 year experience.Rate of pay is commensurate on experience.At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.Compensation Range:$19.80 - $20.90Benefits:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings PlanEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Tuition ReimbursementEarly Access to Pay with RAINPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)