Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for coordinating, planning and directing activities within assigned team. Supervises Habilitation Assistants and Habilitation Specialists. Provides direction in the development of individual treatment plans, curriculum, lesson plans, goals and activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Program Coordinator will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Supervises classroom activities in order to ensure that services are being implemented as designed by Treatment Team and appropriately meet individual’s needs.
• Ensures that services are delivered in a manner that is responsive to interests and desires of each individual and his/her family.
• Interviews, hires, orients, trains, supervises, evaluates work of, disciplines and recommends discharge of subordinate staff.
• Coordinates implementation of training programs in classrooms.
• Ensures that appropriate individualized treatment plans are developed and adequate progress notes are maintained on all participants.
• Monitors quality of treatment plan documentation and clinical record keeping in order to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Prepares various reports as requested by Director.
• Develops and implements program curriculum.
• Oversees requisition of supplies and equipment.
• Selects and utilizes educational materials.
• Maintains liaison with consumers, advocates, etc.
• Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Develops and implements staff training programs.
• Helps develop and implement policies and procedures for assigned areas.
• Keeps abreast of changes in field.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Valid New York State Driver’s License is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, residents and their families.
• Good organizational and teaching skills
• Due to the sensitive nature of the information this person has access to, must be able to maintain the strictest confidentiality.
• Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services or related field
• One year of post graduate experience is required.
• Two years of related supervisory experience is required.
• Three years of related experience is preferred.

COMPENSATION: $25 - $28.50/hour + Industry-Leading Benefits

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.