Habilitation Program Coordinator

Upstate Caring Partners, Inc.; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision

Direct Deposit

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Plan 403(b)

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

EAP

Generous PTO Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Employee Appreciation Events

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Upstate Caring Partners, Inc. seeks a Habilitation Coordinator to develop and oversee individualized resident programs within IRA settings in Central New York.

This role leads the treatment team and coordinates services across nursing, behavior, and therapy teams to ensure compliant, person-centered plans. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field, is a qualified IDP professional (QIDP), and is willing to travel with a NYS driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, or related Human Services field.
• At least one year of experience with people with developmental disabilities.
• Must possess QIDP credential.
• Travel is required with valid NYS Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Treatment Team Leader and coordinate services with nursing, behavior, and therapy teams.
• Develop, coordinate, and monitor each resident’s Person-Centered Program Plan (including HCBS Waiver).
• Train staff on service plans and documentation.
• Ensure integration of services across programs.
• Monitor services through direct observation in service settings.
• Complete monitoring visits during evenings/weekends.

Skills

QIDP

Travel

Education

QIDP certification

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Job description

The Habilitation Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination and oversight of the of individualized programs for each resident living within Upstate Caring Partners Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA) programs. The Habilitation Coordinator will serve as treatment team leader conducting and coordinating all interdisciplinary team meetings, monitoring all services, ensuring compliance and acting as liaison with care coordination care managers.

Core Responsibilities

• Serve as Treatment Team Leader, Coordinate services and supports with all members of the treatment team (Nursing, Behavior, Therapy).
• Develop, coordinate, and monitor each resident’s Person-Centered Program Plan (including programs under HCBS Waiver).
• Train staff on all service plans and associated documentation.
• Ensure implementation and integration of services across the individuals’ programs.
• Monitor the services provided to individuals through direct observation in each service setting.
• Complete monitoring visits during critical hours when people are in their home, i.e. evenings, weekends.
• Complete daily/ weekly / monthly quality assurance reviews of residential, day and Residential community habilitation staff action plans.
• Provide follow up as needed with staff on documentation, service delivery, etc.
• Maintain program participants’ active charts ensuring documentation is current and supports regulatory requirements.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Psychology, Sociology, or other related Human Services field.
• At least one year of experience with people with developmental disabilities.
• Must be a Qualified Individual Disability Professional (QIDP).
• Travel is required. Must have valid NYS Driver’s License.
  
  

Benefits

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts
  
  

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org

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