As a Supported Living Program Coordinator (PC), you are the lead Direct Support Professional (DSP). You will help support individuals to live independently by providing direct support and positive direction while promoting self-determination, independence, and goal setting.
In addition, you would be responsible for providing one-to-one training of staff and assisting with administrative activities. Please note this is not a supervisory role.
What You Get to Do:
Coach, teach, and advocate for individuals with diverse abilities, allowing them to be more effective in their everyday lives.
Implement positive behavior supports
Promote independence and choice
Provide life skills coaching
Medication administration
Assist with home supports such as home upkeep and light meal preparation
Assist with shopping/budgeting
Provide support with hobbies, studies, social activities, and goal setting
Assist with transportation needs, such as running errands
Support participation in community-based activities, social outings, and recreational programs.
Mentor and train staff
Assist the Program Director with administrative tasks such as schedules, documentation, audits, budgets
Foster a team-first environment
Qualifications:
Qualifications
** What Makes You a Great Fit:**
1-2 years of experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prior experience in caregiving/supported living services preferred.
Genuine interest supporting and empowering individuals with diverse abilities
Person-centered, patient, and kind
Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently
Able to adapt to changing needs and handling challenging situations with patience and professionalism
Observant and detail oriented
Positive role-model for others, coachable, and able to work on a team
Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
18 years or older
Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Additional Information
Learn more: Watch our Day-in-the-Life Video
At Dungarvin, we live our mission: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. Since 1976, we've built inclusive, person-centered environments that empower individuals to live meaningful lives.
Join a team committed to diversity, equity, and positive change—one person, one voice, one choice at a time.
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