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Program Coordinator, Social Skills

People
  • Amherst, New York
    12 days ago

    Job Description

    Hourly Pay Range:$20.00-$22.34

    Shift: Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm; Thursday 5:00pm-6:30pm 

    Implement training activities for adolescent social skills groups. Conduct up to 5 sessions per month. Each session will involve one 90-minute group.  

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Provide support and oversight for the Social Skills Group. 
    • Conduct initial meetings with families in connection with the Social Skills Program. Have families sign all necessary intake paperwork. 
    • Assess people to determine eligibility for the Social Skills Program. 
    • Plan and implement social skills training activities appropriate for various age groups. 
    • Order materials for the Social Skills Program. 
    • Ensure Case Notes are completed contemporaneously in accordance with the Agency Policy. 
    • Responsible to record time worked at the start and end of each shift and to work the minimum number of accepted hours hired for.  
    • Responsible for securing and protecting personal and agency related data by adhering to the Agency’s computer security policies. 
    • Keeps in compliance with agency mandated in-service and online trainings. 
    • Complies with all agency policies and procedures. 
    • Other duties as assigned. 

     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

    • Bachelor’s in counseling, Education, Psychology or related field. 
    • Two years related experience preferred. 
    • Experience conducting or coordinating positive behavior support services.  
    • Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing. 
    • Lifting requirement of 35 lbs. 
    • Ability to support people receiving services with repositioning, lifting and transferring as required by their person-centered plan.  
    • Physical agility and ability to react to emergency situations. 
    • Valid Driver’s License that meets agency policy. 

     SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

    Responsible for the supervision of program Direct Support Professionals. 

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAmherst, New York
    IndustryNonprofit Charitable Organizations
    Company Size2,500 to 4,999 employees
    Websitehttp://www.people-inc.org/careers

    About Company

    People Inc. is Western New York's leading non-profit human services agency. Through a variety of services including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help seniors, families and people with disabilities live more healthy, independent and productive lives.

    Our History

    In 1970, a small group of parents and professionals joined together to address the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and formed what would grow to become People Inc. The agency expanded its mission to include a wider variety of services to address the needs of people with developmental disabilities and disabling conditions, as well as the general public. Over the years, People Inc. has grown greatly in numbers of populations served, spectrum of services, geographic locations, and number of sites.

    Our Vision

    People Inc. is working toward a future where all persons whose needs limit their integration into the community can reach their highest level of human potential as responsible members of society. It is hoped that these individuals will, to their potential, be contributing and active members in their communities, enjoying the greatest possible degree of independence and acceptance, in all aspects of their lives.

    Our Mission

    People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the supports they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.

    Our Values

    Improving lives, respect, integrity, relentless pursuit of excellence, flexibility and creativity

    Skills

    • Computer Securityunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Lift/Move 35 Poundsunmatched
    • Online Trainingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Psychologyunmatched

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