Assistant Residential Coordinator

Company: Woodfords Family Services
Location: Saco
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Woodfords has multiple full-time openings for Assistant Residential Coordinators at our Gorham, and Saco homes.Position is eligible for $1,500 bonus payable on Dec. 30, 2022Our Residential Program offers adult individuals the opportunity to live in a supportive home setting staffed by Direct Support Professionals. We understand that people need more than just a place to live; they need a home and natural supports. Our Direct Support Professionals and Assistant Residential Coordinators work with our consumers, their families, and other service providers to promote independence and inclusion in the community. Schedule: Assistant Residential Coordinators work full-time day and evening hours. The schedule is either 3 or 4 days a week which includes one shift on the weekend and being on-call one weekend a month.Pay: Assistant Residential Coordinators are paid $18.50 an hour.Benefits:Woodfords offers a generous Benefits package for Assistant Residential Coordinators, valued at more than $16,000 annually, which includes:

• Health Insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs and gym membership reimbursement
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP Benefits)
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Agency Match
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Exclusive Verizon Discount to Woodfords Family Service Employees
• Woodfords Family Services is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Woodfords is committed to support employees who are eligible for the PSLF Program with necessary documentation.
• Woodfords is committed to supporting eligible full-time DSPs to apply for the Maine Health Care Provider Loan Repayment Pilot Program (valued up to $75,000 in student loan repayment).
• Assistant Residential Coordinators have opportunities for training, professional growth and advancement within Woodfords Family ServicesQualifications of the Assistant Residential Coordinator:
  • Minimum of 1 year direct care experience required as a DSP, BHP, or MHRT-1 required, 2 years of experience preferred
  • CRMA certification required
  • High School Diploma or GED required, Associate or Bachelor degree preferred
  • Valid driver's license
  • Use of reliable vehicle with current insurance
  • Good physical strength; able to bend, lift and stand
  • This position is considered a Health Care Provider position by the State of Maine. Health Care Providers are required by the State of Maine to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination, or evidence of vaccination in-process required for hire.Responsibilities of the Assistant Residential Coordinator:
    • Must be able understand and effectively implement the behavior plan for the consumer.
    • Assist the consumer in the development of community awareness through the process of orientation into the community.
    • Assist the consumers in building personal relationships with people outside the program and family.
    • Assist in implementing all medical and medication procedures prescribed by medical providers.
    • Provide direct care with the consumers.
    • At the direction of the Program Director or designee, maintain liaisons with the consumers' family by insuring consistent opportunities for contact either by phone or through regular visits with the family.
    • At the direction of the Program Director/designee, assist in the development/modification of residents' goals, update on goal progression, and evaluate periodically.About Woodfords: Woodfords Family Services has been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families since 1967. As Maine's leader in the provision of services for individuals with autism, developmental disabilities and intellectual disabilities, Woodfords offers programs to help children, youth and adults reach their goals and achieve their highest potential.
      • When you join Woodfords Family Services, you make a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs.

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