Meaningful Day Coordinator

Community Resources for Justice; Leicester (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is seeking a direct care supervisor to oversee residents in the residential program and coordinate meaningful day activities. The role ensures safety, documentation, and adherence to schedules, while promoting social and recreational participation.

You will develop individualized day plans, supervise staff across shifts, and train teams at monthly meetings. A high school diploma and relevant certifications are required; opportunities exist to advance in

Qualifications

• Strong problem solving and emergency response abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid interpersonal skills and negotiation ability.
• Creative with strong time management.
• Detail oriented and able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Oversee direct care coverage and supervision in the residential program.
• Plan meaningful day activities and ensure daily planning and relaxation meetings occur.
• Ensure documentation is completed Mon–Fri from 9 AM to 3 PM.
• Maintain sufficient copies and purge records every three months.
• Develop individualized meaningful day schedules for all individuals.
• Ensure daily schedules are followed by staff and updated as needed.
• Review schedules for accuracy and update as required.
• Ensure menus are completed, EO509 compliant, and posted/ filed.
• Order supplies and pursue new activities to keep schedules fresh.
• Provide staff training on meaningful day topics at program meetings.
• Support vocational development and job procurement when possible.
• Involve individuals in social/recreational activities and community integration.
• Facilitate functional skill development and ADLs; ensure safety and supervision.
• Provide transportation to appointments or social activities and document progress.

Skills

Problem solving

Emergency response

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PABC (physical restraints)

CPR/First Aid

MAP Certification

DDS Licensing and Certification training

Job description

Responsible for direct care coverage and supervision in the residential program and the implementation of meaningful day activities to all individuals.

• Facilitate the implementation of meaningful day in your program
• Ensure daily planning and relaxation meetings are scheduled and occurring:
• Ensure entire documents are completed for Mon - Fri from 9 AM to 3 PM
• Ensure that sufficient copies are available
• Purge information every three months into the black cabinet
• Develop and prepare individualized meaningful day schedules for all individuals
• Ensure daily schedules are being followed and filled out by all first shift staff
• Periodically review schedules for accuracy and completeness, make changes as needed
• Ensure that menus are properly completed and followed .
• Ensure menus are following the correct template and are EO509 compliant
• Post and update menus on the refrigerator or in a location designated by the Program Manager
• File copies of all menus in the HR book
• Order necessary supplies for meaningful day
• Continuously pursue new activities and opportunities to keep schedule fresh
• Offer training to staff on meaningful day at each monthly program staff meeting or more often as directed by Program Manager
• Focus on vocational development and procurement of jobs when possible:

Involve individuals in social/recreational activities including:

• Socialization and community integration
• Development of meaningful interpersonal skills
• Development of habilitation skills
• Placement transitioning
• Transportation and access of public transportation
• Role Modeling
• Leisure and recreation
• Development of cooking, budgeting and shopping skills

Involve individuals in Functional Skill Development:

• Development of communication skills
• Personal hygiene and cleanliness of living area
• Implement Activities of Daily Living. Individual Service Plan Objectives and Behavior Plans.
• Provides transportation of individuals to scheduled appointments or social activities.
• Record progress notes, behavioral data and log notes for each individual residing in the program.
• Tracks data and progress on all identified areas of need.
• Ensures the safety of the individuals and general public.
• Models' appropriate behavior for individuals residing in the program.
• Engages in the upkeep of the residence.
• Ensures adequate program coverage and supervision at all time.
• Ensuring duties and responsibilities are carried out in a supportive and professional manner.
• Attends appropriate meetings as directed
• Extended standing, sitting, running and lifting as needed to ensure safety
• Conduct physical restraints as needed.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong Problem Solving and Emergency Response Skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate
• Creative and good time management skills
• Detailed Oriented
• Able to multitask

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Position requires criminal history background check.
• PABC (physical restraints)
• CPR/First Aid
• MAP Certified
• DDS Licensing and Certification required training

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Preferred background in Human Services
• Occasional Travel

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice based on business needs.

About CRJ:Our Mission, Your Opportunity

Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing lives and strengthening communities through direct service, advocacy, and innovation. We operate across four core service lines:

• Community Strategies (CS): Supporting adults with developmental disabilities to live independently and thrive in their communities. Providing a range of top-quality residential and non-residential programs for men and women with intellectual or developmental disabilities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Our programs offer individual and group treatment and are geared toward promoting independence and improving life skills. Clients also receive support with job development, on-the-job coaching, and educational opportunities.
• Reentry Services (RS): Supporting people leaving incarceration to make positive, sustainable life transitions. We firmly believe that change is possible and attainable for all that we serve. With a strict focus on outcomes, the Reentry Services Division is committed to delivering contemporary and evidence-based services to the individuals in our care. Through delivering innovative programming and collaborating with community agencies, we provide hope and support to our clients as they make safe and successful transitions into their communities.
• Crime & Justice Institute (CJI): Driving bold, transformative improvements in adult and youth justice systems by working with working with local, state, and national criminal justice organizations to improve public safety and the delivery of justice. The CJI team brings decades of experience developing evidence-based, data-driven policies, managing complex processes with diverse stakeholders, and driving systems-level organizational change. Our energetic staff and network of consultants come from a variety of backgrounds.
• Family Reentry (FRE): At Family Reentry, we address the often-intertwining problems of behavioral health, domestic violence, reentry, recidivism, and risks to youth by offering evidence-based interventions to provide support and effect positive change. We offer a holistic approach by working to connect clients to basic needs and offering support to create change and increase stronger coping and life skills.

CRJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in all its forms and encourage candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences to apply.