Designated Coordinator, In Home Services

Opportunity Partners, Inc.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Opportunity Partners, Inc. in Minnesota invites applicants for a Designated Coordinator of In-Home Services. This full-time role supports people with disabilities to live independently at home and in the community, coordinating services and documenting progress.

You will work Weekday, evening, and weekend shifts with mileage reimbursement for travel. A valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle are required, and the organization emphasizes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in a field related to human services with at least one year of direct care experience.
• Associate degree with two years of direct care experience; or diploma with three years of experience.
• Minimum 50 hours of education/training related to human services and disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support people with disabilities to live independently and participate in their communities.
• Communicate with the person and IDT regarding supports and service effectiveness.
• Document daily progress and prepare required reports and paperwork.
• Attend IDT meetings and maintain confidential case files.
• Schedule medical appointments and assist with meal planning, shopping and activities.
• Help problem-solve safety skills and self-advocacy with the person served.

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services-related field

Associate degree in human services-related field

Diploma in human services

50 hours of education/training in human services

4 years of related full-time experience under supervision

Job description

Why Opportunity Partners?
As part of a mission-focused nonprofit that values positive impact, compassion and partnership in our community, Opportunity Partners will train you for success! Join our award-winning team where you’ll do life-changing work and help advance the quality of lives for people with disabilities. Our staff works together in achieving the common goal that people of all abilities can thrive in the world. If you want to earn more than just a paycheck,

Job Summary

As a Designated Coordinator of In-Home Services, you will support people with disabilities to successfully live in their own homes and participate in their communities. You will assist these individuals with increasing their independence and quality of life. The is a full time position.

Schedule: Weekday, evening, and weekend positions available

Wage: $18.00 per hour

How you will make a difference:

As part of our team, you will support people with disabilities in the following areas:

• Utilizes person-centered planning and service delivery methods in developing and implementation plans.
• Facilitates regular communication with person and IDT related to supports and services’ effectiveness.
• Provides written documentation on daily progress related to a person served’s plans and paperwork, or other relevant program related information as well as progress reports
• Provides written reports regarding accidents or incidents and follows guidelines of internal and external notification
• Facilitates intake and IDT Meetings
• Maintains data confidentiality and case files
• Securing funding for services provided
• Makes referrals for additional services as requested or required
• Provides necessary documentation and paperwork as requested
• Promote hobbies and recreational activities
• Assist with meal planning, grocery/personal shopping, & cooking
• Schedule and attend medical appointments
• Participate in team meetings & writing care plans
• Provide education & opportunities to problem solve with regards to safety skills, social interactions, and self-advocacy

What you will bring to Opportunity Partners

• A desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities
• Work independently with a flexible schedule
• Must have a personal vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license. You will receive reimbursement for mileage.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Designated Coordinator Status Required:

(1) a baccalaureate degree in a field related to human services, and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older;

(2) an associate degree in a field related to human services, and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older;

(3) a diploma in a field related to human services from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; or

(4) a minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to human services and disabilities; and

(5) four years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the qualifications identified in clauses (1) to (3).

Opportunity Partners is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming environment for people of diverse communities. Our call to advance diversity, equity and inclusion is rooted in our organizational values and in our mission.

Opportunity Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming work environment for people of diverse communities.