SLS COORDINATOR chez New Heights Ventures Inc

Description

Our goal as New Heights Ventures is to empower individuals to live their best lives, and we do it with a lot of heart, humor, and hands-on support. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to make meaningful connections, enjoy a supportive team atmosphere, and be part of a workplace that celebrates every success – big or small!

What You’ll Be Doing

As an NHV coordinator you'll be playing a direct role in managing services for the individuals we serve.  Acting as liaison among person served, their families/advocates, PCA's, healthcare providers, and NHV's scheduling and administrative team.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Person-centered Planning: Each individual has a support plan tailored to their preferences and needs.  You will work with family/advocates, regional center, and the individual to develop and review Individual Program Plans (IPP) and person-centered goals.   
• Supervising and coaching PCAs: Ensuring that Personal Care Attendants understand their responsibilities and follow NHV & state policies. 
•  Medication Management:  This includes arranging prescription pick-ups, tracking medications, maintaining the Medication Administration Record (MAR), and instructing PCAs about proper medication administration. 
•  Health & Safety Oversight:  Monitor client health, respond to concerns, and arrange appropriate follow-up with healthcare providers. 
• Administrative tasks: Complete reports, maintain documentation, lead house meetings, and participate in training or      quality-assurance activities.
• Attending / Leading Team Events

Requirements

 What You Bring to the Table:

•  A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
•  Great communication skills, even when communication is challenging.
•  An ability to maintain professionalism with person served, colleagues, and willingness to work cooperatively in a team. 
•  First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to get certified by us). 

Qualifying Specifications:

• Must have own vehicle, maintain a current California's Driver License and provide on-going proof of insurance requirements as required by State and New Heights Ventures.  Must have/maintain acceptable driving record.
• Ideal candidates will reside in San Luis Obispo City or Northern SLO County (Paso, Templeton, Atascadero etc.)  We understand that many enjoy a commute, however, for response time/on-call, location makes a huge impact.
• Must clear fingerprints through the California Department of Justice & FBI
•  Legible writing skills, in English, for accurate documentation.
•  Prior experience 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Team Culture: Join a close-knit team where we support each other and have fun while making a difference!
• Client Engagement: Enjoy the rewarding experience of seeing your efforts pay off in our clients’ smiles and progress.
• Training & Growth: Experience working with Adults with Developmental Disabilities required

Physical Requirements

• Free from any physical limitations that would prevent attendant from performing essential job duties, either with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Essential functions of this position require that employees regularly sit, stand, bend, twist and walk. 
• Employees may occasionally be required to lift or move up to 50 lbs.