Senior Program Coordinator, Adult Day Services

St. Louis JCC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Louis JCC is seeking a Lead Program Assistant to supervise a team of DSPs and coordinate services for Connections and IN programs for adults with cognitive and developmental needs.

The role emphasizes organization, planning, person-centered goals, and collaborative support within the center's operating hours from 7:30am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends. The position requires strong supervisory skills, adherence to HIPAA, and the ability to manage a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with elderly or developmentally disabled populations preferred.
• Prior supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required.
• Must be physically able to lift 40 pounds and assist with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the center with Program Manager.
• Develop and implement behavioral support strategies to help participants reach individualized goals.
• Support participants in group activities including swimming, exercise, volunteering, and arts.
• Mentor and lead Program Assistants I and II; model best practices.
• Maintain caseloads and complete daily documentation to ensure licensure and contractual compliance.
• Enforce safety regulations and confidentiality guidelines; liaise with multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Program development

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

St. Louis JCC is seeking a Lead Program Assistant to supervise a team of DSPs and coordinate services for Connections and IN programs for adults with cognitive and developmental needs.

The role emphasizes organization, planning, person-centered goals, and collaborative support within the center's operating hours from 7:30am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends. The position requires strong supervisory skills, adherence to HIPAA, and the ability to manage a