Coordinator of Person-Centered Planning

Coordinator of Person-Centered Planning

The James L. Maher Center helps people with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities live life to its fullest – In the ways that matter most to them. That means developing customized programs of employment and volunteer opportunities, creative, social, and recreational activities, and more – in whatever combination reflects our participants’ unique affinities and aspirations – and providing job coaching, transportation services, and other support as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Lead the Maher Center’s efforts to embed person-centered planning in all aspects of participants’ programming

· Promote and advocate for the rights and dignity of all participants

· Support participants in their desire to live their lives to the fullest, using a positive growth mindset

· Look beyond disability labels and diagnosis to identify an individual’s strengths and support needs in a positive way that emphasizes community engagement and integration

· As a professional and positive representative of the Center, develop and cultivate connections between Center and community to promote individualized programming

· Schedule and facilitate effective person-centered planning meetings with a diverse group of Center participants, family members, community allies and professionals

· Synthesize large amounts of information from a variety of sources and the historical record

· Produce well-written, concise, informative reports summarizing person-centered planning meetings

· Support participants’ rights and increase their quality of life while ensuring their voices are heard

· Develop and monitor data-driven protocols and effectively monitor progress

· Produce written meeting summaries given a specific template and timeline

Essential Skills:

· Culturally and linguistically competent

· Familiarity with Microsoft suite

· Ability to manage competing demands and timelines across departments

· High level of organization

· Ability to work independently and with others

· Flexibility with regard to schedule – may require occasional evening or weekend hours

· Ability to listen deeply and respectfully to a diverse group of people

· High level of commitment and reliability

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• BA or BS from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with people with developmental disabilities
• · Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills

• Positive Attitude and Role Model for Peers and Subordinates

• · Solution-Oriented, Proactive, Effective Critical Thinking and Strong Organizational Skills ·

• Demonstrated Ability with Microsoft Office Suite

• A valid driver's license in state of residence and favorable National Background Check required

Preferred:

• Experience with the person centered planning process and supported decision making model

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Mask required

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• working with developmental disabilities: 2 years (Preferred)
• Person centered planning: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Paid Training:

• Yes

Management:

• Ops Manager

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Company's website:

• www.MaherCenter.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place