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Community First Coordinator / HIRING NOW - Bi-Annual Retention Bonuses!
DSC supports people in living a rich and meaningful life. Serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford counties, we provide a wide array of supports and services to fulfill our mission. We have an excellent work environment where you will be part of a team that is positive, caring, and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people to whom we provide services. If you are seeking a rewarding and fulfilling job, we are currently hiring for the position of Community First Coordinator.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Community First (CF) Coordinator at DSC, you will assist the Manager of CF in coordinating tasks for the CF program. In this role, you will support the daily operation and development of the program as well as assist in training of CF staff. You will manage a caseload, which includes the development, implementation, monitoring, and modification of individual outcomes consistent with the Individual Personal Plan. Additionally, you will assist in the development/scheduling of community groups and provide on-going monitoring of the activities to include individual documentation and outcomes data.
REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Fundamental computer skills, including general web browsing and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• One or more years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities desirable
• Sufficient physical stamina and mobility for lifting, carrying, bending, pushing and pulling. This may apply to the support of individuals and/or the products/materials related to the support of individuals
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an agency van.
HOURS:
• 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
• Grant-funded retention bonuses - up to 2 payments for a maximum of $1,200 per fiscal year! (depending on when in the grant year you were hired)
• $19 per hour
• Professional resources available through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) with opportunities to connect with peers from all over the U.S.
• All benefits start day 1 of employment
• 21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve sick leave per year
• Medical, dental, life and disability coverage (starts first day of employment)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Voluntary benefits including vision, STD, critical illness, accident, legal insurance and identity theft protection
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee referral program (up to $1000 per referral)
• Family-oriented work environment, casual dress, and employee appreciation events
• Employee assistance program
• Lots of perks and benefits!
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