What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Coordinator position at achieva?
LOCATIONS: Pittsburgh/Ross/Shaler/Hampton/Greensburg/Latrobe
HOURS: Friday through Sunday - Full-time hours in 2.25 Days!
This position generally starts on Friday at 7:00 pm and ends on Monday at 12:30 am, (can start earlier or later based upon the individual needs at a Community Home). This is a 24-hour shift position with on-site sleep hours off 11:00p-7:00a, Friday into Saturday, and Saturday into Sunday.
FUNCTION:
The Weekend Coordinator, Community Living is responsible for supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together with the person and their family, assist in charting a course that supports each Person in realizing their goals and dreams and achieving an everyday life that is important to them. This position coordinates activities, outing, and supports for each weekend.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to the development of Person-Centered plans. Understands and implements each Person’s Person-Centered Plan and current ISP that reflects the goals and outcomes chosen by the person.
- Respect each Person’s right to make choice and exercise self-determination, resulting in life experiences and personal growth.
- Support each person’s health and safety, while also supporting their right to risk.
- Provide opportunities for each person to explore their interests in their community and build relationships.
- Understand the importance of family in each Person’s life. Build a positive relationship with family members.
- Develop positive working relationships with team members.
- Support each Person’s daily routine to include personal care, appointments, leisure activities, and transportation.
- Coordinate activities, outings, and supports for each weekend. Plans with People in advance and communicate that plan with the Community Living Supervisor for approval.
- Complete required documentation.
- Complete the Medication Administration training and annual practicums successfully. Complete Medication Administration documentation as trained.
- Participate in training and meetings as required.
- Adhere to all policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Perform other related duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
ACHIEVA Now Pays for all Required Clearances!
Benefits: Medical & Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision with low employee contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Generous PTO plans including vacation, sick, and personal
8 Paid holiday days
Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability available
Benefits: Bonuses & Opportunities
403(b) Plan (All Employees) with employer contribution
Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Up to $500 bonus thru Employee Referral Program
Four free counseling sessions for you when life happens through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid training
Paid mileage for traveling between client sites and offices with personal vehicle
Who Is Achieva?
Achieva is the only agency of its type in southwestern Pennsylvania that provides lifelong supports. From early intervention therapies and diverse housing options to employment services and special needs trusts, Achieva provides services throughout the entire lifespan.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The equivalent of an Associate’s Degree in Human Services/Social Science. Able to complete one-person transfers. Effective communication, interpersonal, and planning skills required. Satisfactory Act 33 and 34 clearances and FBI as required. Valid license to drive in the State of Pennsylvania and properly insured vehicle.
Achieva is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (EOE) and an Employer Partner under the Ticket to Work Program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Achieva is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Heather Rendulic, Human Resource Department, 412-995-5000 ext. 445.