Habilitation Coordinator - 3161-222-N

STATEMENT OF THE JOB

In furtherance of an integrated approach to the delivery of person-centered services, the Habilitation Coordinator, under the guidance of the Unit Supervisor will be responsible for the development and supervision of the new staff action plans in collaboration with the life plan and all providers involved in each individuals life.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL :

• To attend Life Plan meetings, to develop Staff Action Plans a as to maintain documentation.
• Work with the Community Habilitation Skill Developers on billing together with the supervisors.
• Complete intake process with HCBS services and outreach.
• Complete Annual Direct Support Plan evaluations.
• Complete case notes which documents an individual's progress, including his / her accomplishments and the prevention of regression since the last review.
• Maintain charts with current documentation such as annual Level of Care, Semi-Annual Life Plans, Community Habilitation Plan / Staff Action Plans, Addendums, documents from other providers, liability form.
• Will develop and implement a consumer interest tool to assist in developing meaningful and functional activities for programming.
• Complete accurately the following routine written work : documentation of services delivered contemporaneously, attendance, progress notes, any documentation required by supervisor and / or administration.
• Ensure that staff assist individuals in identifying the formal and informal supports available in his / her community, family and social network and works with individuals to develop and sustain relationships with friends, family and community members.
• To ensure the health, safety, and well-being of persons we serve.
• Notifies Administration and Community Habilitation Skill Developers of any medical concerns of the persons we serve.
• Ensure that systems meet regulatory compliance.
• Provides respectful, age appropriate, individualized contact with each person we serve.
• Ensure that individuals with personal care and physical needs are addressed appropriately.
• Maintain appropriate contact with management staff regarding location, events of the day and any concerns.
• Facilitate Individual services and activities that are consistent with valued outcomes of independence, individualization, inclusion and productivity.
• Attend community-based trainings and outreach as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, healthy and safe work environment
• Report and document all incidents in accordance with Agency guidelines and OPWDD.
• Making referrals for the needs of the consumer / family including basic needs such as food, clothing, and shelter.
• Ensure that referrals are made to appropriate internal and external services as required to meet the consumer's family's needs.
• Follow-up on referrals made on behalf of a consumer / family and respond to all referrals made to the program.
• Provide assistance to clients when required.

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