Community Participation Coordinator

Brian's House Enterprises
Brianshouse.org

Position Description:
This is an hourly position that reports to the Community Integration Manager. Main duties and responsibilities include providing community participation opportunities for clients who attend Brian’s House Enterprises day program. This position is considered supervisory and direct care in nature. The Community Participation Coordinator works in conjunction with the CPS Facility Program Manager and Community Integration Manager to meet the needs of BHE clients.

Specific Requirements and Preferences:

  • Must be detail oriented and possess strong organization skills.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to compose professional quality documents, letters, and memos.
  • Ability to outline, organize and establish priorities for work.
  • Manage multiple priorities and meeting requirements in the face of changes, obstacles or other unexpected events.
  • Excellent verbal and written business communication skills.
  • Demonstrate ability to interact in a respectful and dignified manner with individuals 
  • Knowledge of the practical aspects of training, and care of the individuals with physical & intellectual developmental disabilities. 
  • Ability to effectively supervise staff in a professional manner and without bias
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, be agile, physically pursue clients on foot, physically restrain, bend, squat, stretch, reach, push up, and stand for several hours at a time

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree preferred or an Associate’s degree 
  • At least one (2) years’ experience in the human service field or equivalent preferred.
  • At least one (1) year of supervisory experience preferred 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Excel and Outlook
  • Valid PA. driver's license and reliable transportation

Organization Description:
Brian’s House has a rich history of helping people with developmental and intellectual disabilities live meaningful and fulfilling lives in the communities of their choosing. We provide homes and work opportunities and foster friendships, learning, and the pursuit of interests. We take great pride in helping each person we serve through a program that is as individualized and unique as they are. We strive to provide individuals with choices and to feel valued as members of their communities. We are committed to advocating for the welfare of each individual by staff who are compassionate, ethical and committed to the highest quality standards. 

How to Apply:
Please contact Tracy Lent at (C) 484-753-9951 or E-mail: [email protected]

Posted October 10, 2024