Habilitation Coordinator

About the Role

The Habilitation Coordinator oversees the delivery of habilitation services for individuals with developmental disabilities. This includes creating, implementing, and monitoring individualized service plans that promote skill development, independence, and community integration. The role involves recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising Direct Support Professionals, as well as collaborating with individuals, their families, and a multidisciplinary team to ensure services align with each person's needs and goals. Compliance with Agency and OPWDD regulations and policies is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field.
• One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong commitment to independent living philosophy, Person-Centered Planning, consumer choice, and integration of people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.
• Experience recruiting and supervising staff.
• Ability to effectively interact and work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional work habits, including dependability, time management, independence, and responsibility.
• Knowledge of ethical and professional responsibilities and boundaries.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in both team and individual settings.
• Capacity to work in various settings, including home visits and community-based locations.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all STIC policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and regulations related to OPWDD Habilitation and Medicaid.
• Recruit, screen, interview, train, schedule, and directly supervise Direct Support Professionals (DSP).
• Conduct a daily review of timesheets, documentation, and expense/mileage requests for Direct Support Professionals.
• Assist consumers in applying for Habilitation services by completing and/or submitting applicable documentation, including STIC’s Habilitation Intake packet, DDP 1, DDP 2, and CHOICES paperwork.
• Assist consumers in developing Staff Action Plans, oversee their implementation, and attend six-month and annual Life Plan meetings.
• Monitor consumers' progress in areas such as productivity, inclusion, independence, socialization, community inclusion, recreational activities, and daily living skills. Assist in establishing community contacts to expand consumers' opportunities.
• Schedule and attend DSP/consumer meet-and-greets.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with consumers, families, and the Habilitation team at all times.
• Maintain program service records and documentation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations to ensure they are complete and up to date. Submit reports by designated deadlines, including Initial/Intake documentation, daily and monthly documentation, Staff Action Plans, and Life Plans.
• Complete all mandatory training in accordance with STIC and OPWDD regulations, including First Aid, CPR, and an OPWDD-approved intervention course as needed.
• Address and report all incidents, abuse, and/or accidents observed during service delivery, following both STIC and OPWDD guidelines/regulations.
• Collect and maintain all required statistical and other data, and prepare reports within established timeframes.
• Attend all mandatory agency and departmental training.