Direct Support Coordinator - 825 Kemp

Human Service Agency; Watertown (SD); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-On Bonus

Paid Training

Full Benefits

401(k) Matching

EAP

Paid Holidays

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Bereavement Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Team Events

Flexible Scheduling

Wireless Plan Discounts

Zusammenfassung

New Horizons is seeking a Direct Support Coordinator to lead and develop a team supporting individuals with disabilities. You will advocate for rights, monitor plans, and ensure high-quality services while collaborating with families and professionals.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, scheduling oversight, and adherence to policies. A high school diploma or GED is required, with preferred supervisory experience and background check completion.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.

Aufgaben

• Support people in achieving goals, preferences, and desired outcomes.
• Advocate for individuals and ensure rights and needs are respected.
• Develop and monitor Individual Support Plans.
• Provide leadership and supervision to Direct Support Professionals.
• Ensure compliance with plans, policies, and state regulations.
• Monitor staffing, scheduling, training, and documentation quality.
• Communicate with individuals, families, guardians, and professionals.
• Respond to incidents and coordinate additional support as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and timely documentation.
• Help maintain a safe, clean living environment.
• Provide direct support and assistance as needed.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Advocacy

Teamwork

Confidentiality

CPR/First Aid

Independence

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

2 years experience with people with disabilities

Jobbeschreibung

Description of Position:At New Horizons, our mission is to support people in achieving self-reliance, independence, and control over their lives. The Direct Support Coordinator plays an important leadership role in helping people achieve their goals, dreams, and personal outcomes while ensuring their health, safety, rights, and well-being.We invest in our team and offer a comprehensive, people-first benefits package, including:Sign-On BonusPaid Training with ongoing supportCareer Development & Advancement OpportunitiesFull Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision)401(k) with Company MatchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Holiday, Vacation, Sick, and Bereavement LeaveReferral Bonus ProgramTuition ReimbursementAnnual Company Picnic & Team EventsAnniversary IncentivesFlexible Scheduling OptionsWireless Plan Discounts (AT&T, T-Mobile & Verizon)And more!What You’ll Do:Support people in achieving their goals, preferences, and desired outcomes.Advocate for individuals and ensure their rights and needs are respected.Participate in developing and monitoring Individual Support Plans.Provide leadership, supervision, and support to Direct Support Professionals.Ensure staff follow individual plans, agency policies, and state regulations.Monitor staffing, schedules, training, documentation, and service quality.Communicate and collaborate with individuals, families, guardians, professionals, and team members.Respond to and document incidents or changes in individual needs and coordinate additional support when needed.Maintain accurate records and ensure required documentation and assessments are completed on time.Help ensure a safe, clean, and supportive living environment.Provide direct support and assistance as needed.What We’re Looking For:Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.Ability to advocate for and empower others.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.Commitment to treating people with dignity, respect, choice, and self-determination.Flexibility to meet the needs of the people we support.Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow applicable regulations and agency policies.Ability to complete required training, including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Certification.Physical Requirements:This position requires regular computer work, as well as occasional bending, stooping, climbing stairs, pushing/pulling, driving, and lifting over 50 pounds during emergency or behavioral support situations.Completed High School Diploma or GED required.Two years experience working with people with disabilities is preferred.Supervisory experience is preferred.Valid drivers license and safe driving record.Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.The Board of Directors of the Human Service Agency shall have the prerogative to hire staff whose qualifications may vary from the above. This position requires access to Electronic Personal Health Information (EPHI). Current HSA Policies and Procedures apply. It is the responsibility of the employee to read, understand, and comply with HSA policies and procedures that apply to protected information and security. Questions about EPHI and HSA Policies should be directed to the HSA Security Officer. Services provided by HSA will be welcoming, accessible, integrated, and responsive to the complex needs of people with co-occurring disorders/conditions.