#001-001 Assistant House Coordinator DDS

Summary

The responsibility of the Assistant House Coordinator will function as a primary support for the House Coordinator in the provision of residential services for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The position requires organizational skills, proficient problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in the absence of the House Coordinator, and the capacity to work with developmentally disabled adults in a structured setting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist House Coordinator with oversight of daily program operations for a housing program servicing individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

• Must be able to exercise efficient problem-solving and decision-making skills. 

• An ability to calmly respond to crisis and emergency situations. 

• An ability to effectively communicate with internal and external providers (including but not limited to; parents/guardians, DDS case management, residential and day program providers, nursing staff and other service providers). 

• Capacity to advocate in the best interest of the individuals being served. 

• Knowledge of Therap, preferred. 

• Assist with staff scheduling and delegation of daily transportation assignments. 

• Assist with the tracking and documenting of fiscal expenditures. 

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. 

• Prior experience in related field preferred. 

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. 

• Must have the ability to work in high stress/ high volume environment, while maintaining open communication with other components of treatment and operations.

• Knowledge of DDS systems, preferred.

• Knowledge of basic computer technology and software applications such as Microsoft Office. 

• Medication Certification through DDS, First Aid, CPR and PMT certifications must be acquired within six months of hire date and maintained throughout employment