Program Coordinator for Respite Program

Title:

Program Coordinator- Respite Reports to: Respite Program Coordinator/Supervisor Part time, hourly, non-exempt

EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT FROM 6

15PM UNTIL 8:45PM some Wednesday nights as well - This position is 4-10 Hours each week with some planning included. We are seeking a candidate who can grow this program, therefore additional hours may be available. Great opportunity for teacher, paraprofessionals, students, graduate students who are looking for a great part time opportunity. SOS Care is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving children and adults with autism and intellectual disabilities across South Carolina since 1989. SOS Care's Mission is to answer the call for help when individuals or families are facing the challenges of autism and intellectual disabilities. Company wide, we practice and implement a set of Core Values that include: Courage, Accountability, Innovation, Integrity, and Inclusion. We are committed and dedicated to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the Company. We embrace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. SOS Care provides a variety of programs. SOS is a progressive Company where you can learn and grow. SOS Care strives to always honor the philosophy of "Best Practices".

Overview of Responsibilities :

Oversees and monitors all aspects of SOS Care's Knights Respite Program. A Program designed for children, adolescents, and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Intellectual Disabilities (ID) and their neuro-typical siblings. The participants enjoy structured recreational and social activities while providing respite to families. Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, accountability of The Knights Respite program and staff.
• Supervise and train SOS Interns/Volunteers assigned to program
• Manage program to include intake, waitlists, attendance records and current participant lists.
• Ensure processes are in place for seamless programming.
• Ensure all sessions are appropriately staffed and communicate staffing needs to Program Director as needed.
• Program outreach to recruit new program participants
• Complete quarterly quality assurance visits and reviews, ensuring quality of programming
• Prepare and facilitate quarterly staff observations and annual performance reviews.
• Complete incident reports as needed.
• Maintain supplies necessary to adequately run the program and order supplies, when necessary, following the approved purchasing policy.
• Create and maintain professional relationships with families, program participants, staff, interns, volunteers, and community partners
• Maintain regular communication with program participants and families.
• Collaborate with community partners.
• Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive situations and documentation.
• Demonstrate all SOS Core values.
• Attend monthly Level 10 Program meeting.
• Other duties as assigned. :
• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined and presented in the SOS Care Handbook and Program Coordinator Manual.
• Be available to work on any day/night when the program is in operation.

Current groups are listed below but subject to change based on the need to reduce the waitlist and support more participants. o Teens (13-20) 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 21st Avenue in Myrtle Beach o Teens (13-20) 1st and 3rd Friday at 21st Avenue in Myrtle Beach o Children (5 -11) 2nd and 4th Friday at 21st Avenue in Myrtle Beach o Adults (21+) 2nd and 4th Friday in Murrells Inlet o Adults (21+) 2nd and 4th Friday at Oak Tree Farm in Conway o Children (5-12) 2nd and 4th Friday at Leeds Ave, Charleston

• Work in each group at least once per month and travel between locations as needed.
• Maintain open communication with the Program Director and Knights staff.

: The Program Coordinator will have an undergraduate degree or equivalent, or related experience in the field of ASD/ID. Working knowledge and experience in education or psychology is helpful. Multitasking and attention to details are a must. Patience and good communication, both written and orally, are essential. Ability to converse openly and honestly with client's families/guardians is very important to the success of this position. Computer literacy is necessary. A general understanding of ASD/ID is important to understanding the mission of the organization. A love of working with children and adults who have ASD/ID is essential to success of the individual in this position.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person