Program Coordinator - Adult Training Facility

About the role

Via of the Lehigh Valley is a 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Top Workplace winner and is currently seeking a Program Coordinator to lead and manage the Adult Training Department's services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily activities and act as a Program Specialist for Adult and Vocational Training and Services.
• Provide case management which includes facilitating team meetings, completing required reports, and completing weekly billing.
• Ensure the implementation and execution of daily program activities.
• Coverage to participants in the Adult Training Facility, or other Departments as needed.
• Facilitate communication of any changes related to the participants' needs to the support coordinator and team members.
• Maintain accuracy of agency database contacts and documentation for records.
• Support the integration of participants in the community.
• Act as a liaison with internal and external customers such as individuals, families, team members, county officials and other service providers/customers.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with participants, families, funders, contractors, and other service providers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education, Psychology, Public Health, rehabilitation, Social Work, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or other human services field is required; and two (2) years experience working directly with disabled persons.
• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education, Psychology, Public Health, Rehabilitation, Social Work, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or other human services field; and four (4) years experience working directly with disabled persons.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in supervision/management in the human field preferably working with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Able to accomplish multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge and experience using computers and related software including Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and appropriate vehicle insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education, Psychology, Public Health, rehabilitation, Social Work, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or other human services field.
• Two (2) years experience working directly with disabled persons.
• Preferred one (1) year experience in supervision/management in the human field preferably working with developmental disabilities.

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Able to accomplish multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge and experience using computers and related software including Microsoft Office and Excel.

Benefits

• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid vacation during your first year, increasing to 18 days after completing 1 year of employment.
• 9 paid Holidays, including YOUR Birthday Holiday and a Floating Cultural Holiday!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Education assistance up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees.
• Paid Training and mileage reimbursement.
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program, which full-time employees are able to access on their first date of hire.
• Casual work attire.
• Employee referral-bonus program.
• Special employee events such as raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards and monthly celebration events.

Pay

Salary range: $40,000 - $50,000 annually.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Company Information

Via of the Lehigh Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.