Community Support Coordinator

New Britain, CT, USA

Full-time

Company Description

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.

With services nationwide, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference – one person, one voice, one choice at a time! We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!

Pay: $22.00 an hour* Plus a $500 sign on bonus!

Schedule: Sun- Wed 2pm-10pm (Direct Care), Thurs 9am-5pm (Admin)

Perks/Benefits:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees

• Supplemental Insurance

• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees

• Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance for full-time employees

• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services

• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees

• PTO Donation

• Growth and Development Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Mileage reimbursement

• National Brand Discounts

• Tapcheck - access to 50% of your pay before payday

• PAID training and orientation

Job Description

What You Get To Do:

The Community Support Coordinator is responsible for providing and coordinating community living supports to individuals with disabilities. These living supports include, but are not limited to: assisting individuals in making a home for themselves; assisting individuals in making choices; assuring that the home is a clean, safe living environment for individuals; assisting individuals in maintaining good health; and other specific supports, as described in Individualized Service/ Support Plans or as instructed by the Program Director.

In addition, the Community Support Coordinator coordinates: routine household activities, individual services and supports, communication and follow through related to specific administrative and personnel matters.

The Community Support Coordinator is responsible for working cooperatively with the Program Director and other staff in developing, implementing, and evaluating the outcomes of community living supports provided to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit:

• At least one (1) year of experience providing community supports to people with developmental disabilities, or in a related human service area

• Experience in medication administration preferred

• Ability to act as a role model for other staff,

• Sincere desire to provide individualized supports to individuals with developmental challenges;

• Ability to make sound judgments when given guidance and priorities

• Ability to work as a team member to maintain consistency and quality in programming

• Ability to communicate effectively with other staff members

• When required, physical ability to lift/transfer those individuals

• Valid Drivers License and access to a vehicle

• A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process

• Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.

Additional Information

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

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