Residential Program Coordinator

Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Jewish Family & Children's Service is seeking a Residential Program Coordinator to support adults with disabilities in community residences. The role emphasizes independent living, health maintenance, and community integration, with emphasis on safety and person-centered care.

You will collaborate with a manager to handle administrative tasks and provide direct support, including medication management, documentation, and engagement in activities that promote autonomy.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities in residential settings.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Ability to pass a national background check and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Strong communication and teamwork to support health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support independent living skills including personal care and social activities.
• Promote health by assisting with medical appointments and medication administration.
• Coordinate client care and document DDS-related paperwork.
• Apply redirection, conflict resolution, and de-escalation as needed.

Skills

Disabilities experience

Interpersonal skills

Empathetic listener

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Flexibility/adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

Medication Administration Program certification

Job description

Are you a compassionate, organized, and enthusiastic professional committed to social justice and equity for people of all abilities?

Do you want to join a supportive and thoughtfully-managed community that offers competitive benefits, meaningful experience, and unparalleled opportunities for professional development?

This position is great for someone with relevant work, volunteer, or lived experience as a caregiver.

The Residential Program Coordinator works with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and psychiatric needs in community residential settings. Residential Program Coordinator partners with the manager to ensure the program’s administrative tasks are completed, as well as provides direct care to support residents' health and safety, community integration, and independence.

HIGHLIGHTS

• $23.75/hr salary
• Full-time, in-person shifts at our Newton location
• Sunday-Thursday, 2:30pm-10:30pm
• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• Paid time off: including up to 30 days PTO, (36 days after year 1)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Full Time, 30+ hour hires: Immediate eligibility dental, vision, retirement plan; no waiting period
• Medical Insurance coverage is effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

Responsibilities Of The Residential Program Coordinator

• Teach and support independent living skills including: personal care/hygiene, nutrition and food preparation, communication, social events and community celebrations, facilitating friendships, and more
• Promote health including taking clients’ to medical appointments, monitoring symptoms, administering medication, and following medical protocols
• Learn and apply redirection, conflict resolution, and verbal de-escalation methods, when needed
• Assist the manager to coordinate client care including medical/medication management, skill development, and social/recreational activities
• Complete assigned paperwork to meet DDS regulations regarding service planning, as well as medical and financial management

Requirements Of The Residential Program Coordinator

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, in a residential setting, preferred
• Positive attitude and enthusiastic about working with adults with disabilities
• A collaborative colleague eager to join a supportive and engaged team
• Strong interpersonal skills, an empathetic listener, and comfortable around clients with different needs and ability levels
• Flexible and adaptive to clients' day-to-day needs, using good judgment skills
• A clear verbal and written communicator and able to write daily notes
• At least a high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass CPR, Basic First Aid, and Medication Administration Program certification requirements
• Ability to pass a national background check
• A valid driver's license

About Jf&cs

For more than 150 years, Jewish Family & Children's Service has been helping individuals and families build a strong foundation for resilience and well-being. We intentionally serve and employ people of ALL faiths, backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We have a strong culture of professional development, work-life balance, and promotion from within.

JF&CS is an equal opportunity employer who serves and employs people of all cultures and faith traditions. Employment opportunities are available to all without regard for race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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