IDD Programs Coordinator & Safety Lead

Lifeworks; Roxbury (ME); On-site; USD 55,489 - 67,820; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) matching up to 3%

$2,000 Staff Retention Bonus after 1 y

Health insurance with two plan choices

Paid time off (4.4 weeks)

Long‑term disability & life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Lifeworks in West Roxbury, MA is seeking a Program Coordinator for LES Boston to support individuals with developmental disabilities. The role covers coordination of staff, supervision, payroll records, and collaboration with DDS stakeholders to ensure quality services and safe, compliant operations.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and one to two years of related experience.
• Experience working with individuals with ID/DD.
• Must be able to pass fingerprint background check, CORI, DPPC, and driving background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote optimal health for individuals through routine, preventive, and emergency health care and clinical services.
• Supervise and perform case-management responsibilities including preparation, implementation, and evaluation of Individual Support Plans.
• Serve as the program Safety Officer and implement safety plans and programs.
• Coordinate scheduling of daily and weekly staff and employee work assignments for all placements and Life Enhancement activities.
• Coordinate evaluation and intake of referrals with leadership team.
• Provide coverage support for various sites, placements, activities, and community outings.
• Provide training, support, and follow-up to individual and group placements.
• Maintain accurate records for individuals served for program evaluation, billing, etc.
• Coordinate payroll records for all individuals and employees, job coaches, and relief staff.
• Assist leadership in long-term and short-term planning, development, organization, and evaluation of services.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Experience with ID/DD

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Lifeworks in West Roxbury, MA is seeking a Program Coordinator for LES Boston to support individuals with developmental disabilities. The role covers coordination of staff, supervision, payroll records, and collaboration with DDS stakeholders to ensure quality services and safe, compliant operations.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and ability to pass background checks.