Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance

Position Description: DCS Program Coordinator

Reports To: Executive Director

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Created: November 30, 2013

Revised: May 10, 2024

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Coordinator is responsible for supervision of all staff in their designated homes. He/She will be overseeing the delivery of services in those homes. The Program Coordinator will assist the administrative staff in determining training requirements for employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Supervising staff and scheduling them for their assigned shifts.
Taking disciplinary action as necessary.
Functioning as a Program Coordinator for individuals served.
Assisting in the developing, preparation, and monitoring of individuals served plan of care according to the guidelines of the developmental and / or finding, and according to the needs of the individual served.
Interviewing prospective individuals served and families
Coordinating and arranging appointments, meeting, etc.
Serving as a support for the individual served, their family, and Evergreen staff who provide services.
Monitoring budgetary requirements and expenditures.
Ensuring that all policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines are followed.
Assisting in scheduling individuals served specific training and in maintaining documentation of such training.
Working flexible hours as requested by Executive Director.
Staff performance evaluations.
Participate actively in hiring staff in their perspective home assignment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/JOB KNOWLEDGE

Requires a four (4) year bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree
Must have five (5) or more years of increasingly responsible professional work with at least three (3) years of training experience.
Must have at least two (2) years experience in serving individuals with disabilities.
Experience in supervising staff, monitoring budgets, and following licensing and regulatory guidelines.
Needs a clear understanding of administrative procedures and personnel management.
Needs an understanding of Medicaid guidelines as they relate to programming.
Needs an understanding of guidelines for individuals served receiving Supported Living, Assisted Living, or In-Home Waiver Services.
Working knowledge of Windows 7, Office 2010 applications and aptitude to learn other software programs as required for this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constantly moves about to coordinate work
Regularly works in fast pace environment with multiple task deadlines
Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions
Constantly alert and observant during working hours

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or a medical condition to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Will supervise

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have understanding, patience and tact in dealing with individuals served and their families.
Must be creative in problem solving and planning.
Must have the ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, professionals, and with persons from other agencies.

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES

Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. May be asked to work some evenings when required.

Extensive travel in your company or personal vehicle (mileage role will apply was used).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments both indoors and outdoors.

I have read the above job description and I fully understand the conditions set forth therein, and I will perform these duties to the best of my knowledge and ability. Furthermore, I understand that nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; and nothing in this job description is intended to create an employment contract or otherwise alter the at-will nature of my employment.

Compensation: $37,346.40 per year

Evergreen Life Services

I want more than just a job.
I want to make a difference in people’s lives.
I want to make a difference in my community.

We want to make a difference too. Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Sometimes that reward is a smile or a song from a resident, sometimes it’s the reward of knowing you helped a resident to learn daily life skills, like setting a table or preparing a meal. It could be watching a resident make beautiful artwork in one of our studios. Every day you will have opportunities to help those with intellectual or physical disabilities feel that they are a part of a community that cares.

Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team.

We have nearly 2000 employees and more than 1100 individuals served in seven states, including Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Florida.

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team, because at Evergreen, everyone matters.

Evergreen, in it's mission is to serve, provide for and champion individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is looking for qualified, caring individuals to work with us.