Education & Development Coordinator

Summary Assist the Education and Development Specialist in the day-to-day operations and coordination of educational and development programs within the Day Services Program. Essential Functions

• Plan, coordinate, and implement services to meet the needs of clients and achieve departmental goals.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate Learning for Life Program and additional educational programs and events.
• Sourcing and creating educational materials.
• Communicate with team members regarding information on activities and events.
• Training and consulting with staff on best practices for implementing education and learning techniques.
• Assist with staff training.
• Use staff and client input and independent research to develop and oversee activity schedule.
• Promote community inclusion and develop community partnerships.
• Understand and implement individual service plans and develop programs to assist clients in achieving outcomes.
• Support DSPs in classrooms, including assisting with client personal care.
• Teach and demonstrate behavior management techniques.
• Assist with orientation of new clients.
• Coordinate transportation as needed.
• Provide for the safety and health of the staff and clients.
• Comply with and enforce applicable licensing and regulatory requirements, laws, work rules, accreditation standards and O.H. policies and procedures.
• Be certified in medication administration and pass medications as needed.
• Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions, and use independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office.

Supervisory Responsibility Direct and coordinate the work of Case Managers, DSPs and staff in day programs as necessary. Assist with staff training. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee works mostly in an office environment that is quiet to moderately loud, depending on the work area. Some local, county, or state travel may be required, including overnight stays. Employee is required to sit, use hands, stand, stoop, walk, talk, and listen while performing duties. General office equipment including personal computers, scanners, copiers, faxes, desk- and smartphones, and software programs. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Requires normal range of hearing/vision. Must be able to physically assist mobility-impaired individuals. Required Education and Experience

• Become registered as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) within three months.
• QIDP Qualification Required.

Bachelor's degree and one year working with individuals with developmental disabilities. AAP/EEO Statement OH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, OH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. OH expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of OH's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. ADA Statement The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay:

From $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Wellness program Application Question(s): Do you carry vehicle insurance with 100/300 liability coverage?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

QIDP Certification (Required) Illinois Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person