Program Coordinator

NorthEast Residential Services; Maine; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

7 paid holidays per year

401k

Access to voluntary insurance options

Employee Assistance Program

Variety of shifts available

Training and certifications provided

Job summary

Northeast Residential Services is seeking a Program Coordinator to provide individualized, high-quality care in safe environments for adults with developmental disabilities and Autism. The role includes 24/7 support and supervision in clients’ homes and requires weekend availability.

Training is paid at the normal daily rate, and the team supports ongoing certifications. Benefits include generous paid time off, holidays, 401k, voluntary insurance options, EAP, and multiple shift options with

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass criminal, APS and CPS background checks.
• Certification as a Direct Support Professional.
• Certification as a Certified Residential Medical Aide (CRMA).
• Certification in CPR/First Aid.
• Certification in the current physical crisis intervention strategy.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to use MS Outlook, email, and clinical software.
• Must be able to drive agency vehicle where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary mentor and trainer to direct support professionals and assist in orientation for new hires.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation and incident reports in Therap.
• Complete weekly HCBS notes and monthly program audits.
• Assist with program menus, groceries, and supplies.
• Coordinate callouts and coverage; update schedules and timesheets.
• Complete MAR, bubble pack checks, weekly medication cart audits.

Skills

Effective communication

MS Outlook proficiency

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Direct Support Professional certification

Certified Residential Medical Aide (CRMA)

CPR/First Aid certification

Crisis Intervention certification

Valid Maine Driver’s License

Tools

Clinical software

Documentation systems

Scheduling software

Job description

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

None

Travel Percentage

None

Description

Paid Training. $18- $19 per hour.

Join the Northeast Residential team! We are looking for caring, self-motivated individuals to fill our Program Coordinator position. Program Coordinators provide individualized, high-quality care in safe and healthy environments.

As a Program Coordinator with Northeast Residential Services, you are part of a team providing 24/7 support and supervision to adults with developmental disabilities and Autism in their homes. Your efforts enable them to live independent, meaningful, and productive lives. Following individualized protocols, you will assist residents with community integration, activities of daily living, and developing independent living skills. The program coordinator w orks under the supervision of the Program/House Manager. Performs administrative and direct care responsibilities for the assigned program. This role reports directly to the Program/House Manager. The position requires weekend availability, to assist in the absence of the manager

We provide you with the necessary training to ensure your success as a Program Coordinator here at Northeast Residential Services, and all initial and continued training hours are paid at your normal daily rate.

• Serves as primary mentor and trainer to all direct support professionals. Assists manager to complete orientation checklist for all new hires. Ensure DSPs receive all necessary training and support. Leads by example and presents as a positive role model to all staff.
• Contributes to staff performance reviews, corrective actions, and bi-weekly staff supervision under the guidance of the manager.
• Participate in weekly agency meetings when on shift, weekly supervisions with direct manager, and daily communication of program or client needs with manager and team members.
• Ensures daily documentation and any incident reports (GERs) are completed by all staff with accuracy and quality in Therap. Completes weekly HCBS notes.
• Ensure completion of all assigned aspects of the monthly program audit while submitting it to the manager.
• Assists with oversight of program menus, groceries, and supplies.
• Assists with program callouts and coverage while keeping schedules and timesheets updated under managers supervision, when on shift.
• Completes daily MAR, bubble pack checks, weekly medication cart audits, and monthly MAR configuration ensuring updated orders are attached under the supervision of the manager.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years old
• Have a high school diploma or the equivalent
• Must possess a valid Maine Driver’s License, with a clean driving record
• Must pass criminal, APS and CPS background checks
• Certification as a Direct Support Professional
• Certification as a Certified Residential Medical Aide (CRMA)
• Certification in CPR/First Aid
• Certification in the current physical crisis intervention strategy
• Must be able to communicate effectively in MS Outlook, email, and clinical software
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate fluently in English
• Ability to drive agency vehicle where applicable
• Generous paid time off
• 7 paid holidays per calendar year
• 401k
• Access to voluntary insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Variety of shifts available
• Training and certifications provided

Northeast Residential Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.