Assistant Support Coordinator (Social and 24-Hour Residential Supports)

Job Summary

The Assistant Support Coordinator provides leadership and direct support in WCI residential programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will help ensure person-centered planning, supervise staff, and promote independence, safety, and community inclusion.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as Site Supervisor in the Support Coordinator’s absence.
• Partner to develop, monitor, and implement ISPs (assessments, goals, strategies, data, and progress reports).
• Provide on-site orientation; train, supervise, and evaluate staff.
• Advocate for individuals’ rights and WCI’s mission: dignity, respect, relationships, and community involvement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, home-like environment.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Prepare agendas and lead supervision/house meetings; conduct documented staff supervision monthly.
• Train staff in health care plans and medication administration (MAP); ensure adherence to DPH/DDS policies.
• Teach individuals personal care, homemaking, money management, meal preparation, shopping, and community skills.
• Act as an advocate for 1–2 individuals; write progress reports as assigned.
• Conduct fire drills; train staff and individuals in emergency procedures and safety plans.
• Coordinate with employment/day sites on schedules, transportation, and appointments; maintain weekly contact as assigned.
• Implement behavior plans and physical interventions as trained and appropriate.
• Ensure completion of all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Train staff in WCI vehicle use; assist with vehicle logs and maintenance.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods throughout the day, including stairs. Must be able to physically complete the evacuation plan whilesupporting Individuals.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 lbs (e.g., files, supplies, groceries)
• Occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs (e.g., assisting with transfers, repositioning individuals, crisis prevention, pushing individuals in wheelchairs, using Hoyer lifts)
• Ability to provide hands-on support for personal care as needed per individual support plans (e.g., showering, toileting, assistance with eating)
• Ability to perform basic household tasks related to program operations (e.g., meal preparation, laundry, routine household cleaning, snow shoveling)
• Ability to operate or ride in a vehicle; driving is a requirement for most positions and includes driving agency vans, including wheelchair vans, or personal vehicles
• Ability to secure wheelchairs and assistive devices as needed

Qualifications:

• Associate degree preferred; high school diploma/equivalent required.
• One year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
• MAP certification within six months of hire (if not already certified); PABC and other site-specific certifications as required.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.