Day Habilitation Program Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Maintain OPWDD certification and COA accreditation.
• Oversee compliance regarding service documentation and Staff Action Plans.
• Manage facility contracts and ensure fleet maintenance for all day habilitation vehicles.
• Supervise assistant supervisors and oversee daily operations at The Center.
• Coordinate monthly recreation calendars for both site-based and hub-based programs.
• Review and approve Staff Action Plans (SAPs).
• Provide direction to program supervisors to ensure SAPs align with Life Plan goals and OPWDD expectations.
• Distribute SAPs to care managers within 60 days of Life Plan review or service start date.
• Conduct regular meetings with program supervisors to address OPWDD regulations, programmatic issues, and event planning.
• Collaborate with residential program coordinators to improve communication and integration between residential and day habilitation services.
• Partner with Program without Walls (PWW) hub site supervisors to develop and assess meaningful on-site activities for individuals supported.
• Attend SCO leadership and IRC meetings in the absence of the Director.
• Participate in IDT meetings for day habilitation participants.
• Be a liaison to families, ensuring satisfaction and quality of services.
• Be available 24/7 to address participant and program-related emergencies.
• Collaborate with the Director to develop and uphold day habilitation policies and procedures.
• Work with the Director to establish a prevocational program by attending OPWDD virtual meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in human services (master’s preferred).
• Strong management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of OPWDD regulations.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in OPWDD-funded programs with at least 2 years in day Habilitation Services.
• Computer-literate.

Relationship with Others

• Maintain professional and positive relationships with staff and individuals.
• Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within the organization.
• Possess a strong belief in people's ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.
• Able to set limits and maintain a helping role as a practitioner and to intervene appropriately.

Working Conditions

• 35 hours per week - non-exempt status.
• Work conducted in office and program environments.
• Lift between 35 to 70 lbs.

Scope of Responsibility

The Day Habilitation Program Coordinator oversees the daily operations, compliance, and quality of site-based and hub-based day habilitation services. This role ensures that all programming meets OPWDD regulations, COA accreditation standards, and agency policies, while promoting person-centered planning and community integration.