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Hudson, NY, USA | Hourly | 20.50 per hour | Full Time

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Residential Plan Developer

Bring your Heart... to Coarc

Locations: Hudson, NY

Rate of Pay : $20.50 per hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm with ½ hour unpaid lunch

Are you someone who finds purpose in helping others grow, achieve their goals, and live more independently? Coarc is seeking a compassionate and organized Residential Plan Developer to join our mission of expanding abilities one person at a time. In this vital role, you will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by creating meaningful plans that reflect their goals, dreams, and personal choices. If you're looking for a rewarding career where every day brings the opportunity to make a real difference, we'd love to meet you.

Who Would Be a Great Fit for This Position

This position is ideal for someone who:

+ Loves person-centered work and enjoy building supportive relationships.

+ Has strong communication and writing skills , with an eye for detail and documentation.

+ Is empathetic, patient, and positive , and naturally supports others in making their own choices.

+ Thrives in a collaborative environment , working with families, care managers, and a team of caring professionals.

+ Is organized and dependable , able to coordinate multiple tasks while keeping individuals' needs at the center.

+ Has experience in human services, education, caregiving, or residential support , OR is looking to grow in those fields.

+ Is passionate about helping others live full, meaningful, and self-directed lives.

Hear from Our Team

"I'm very impressed with Coarc. Everyone I met was friendly and helpful. It's clear Coarc values its employees, and I'm proud to be part of this organization." – New Hire Testimonial

What You'll Do

As a Plan Developer, you'll:

+ Advocate for and support individuals in making their own life choices and achieving personal goals.

+ Develop and implement individualized Staff Action Plans (SAPs) aligned with each person's Life Plan.

+ Participate in Life Plan meetings and collaborate with care managers and service providers.

+ Promote self-advocacy, independence, and community inclusion.

+ Maintain accurate documentation and communication with all stakeholders.

+ Build trusting, respectful relationships with individuals and their Circle of Support.

+ Provide hands-on support as needed, in accordance with the service plan.

+ Uphold ethical and professional standards in line with the NADSP Code of Ethics

Requirements

+ Associate's degree preferred

+ 1-2 years related experience and training required

+ Exceptional written, communication, and computer skills

+ A valid driver's license.

+ Ability to be certified in all required trainings. (Med Adm/Insulin Adm, CPR/FA, PROMOTE/SCIP)

+ Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Contact Us

For more information or to apply:

+ Jamie Budai : [email protected] | 518-672-4451 ext. 2141

+ Mikki Kay : [email protected] | 518-672-4451 ext. 2143

Visit our website to view current job openings and complete an online application: coarc.org (https://www.coarc.org/work-at-coarc/?utm\_source=chatgpt.com)

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GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

Coordinate and advocate for the person's choices in the service plan process; support the emotional, physical and personal well-being of the person served; encourage growth by recognizing their autonomy and being proactive with them in reducing their risk of harm; foster a spirit of partnership with each person and with their "Circle of Support" members; always affirm the human rights, civil rights and responsibilities of each person as well as justice, inclusion and full community participation; perform in a manner consistent with the NADSP Code of Ethics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Develop a shared relationship with the people who choose Coarc services that supports the unique personal desires and needs of each person; provide support with decision-making, problem-solving and providing encouragement to become as much of a self-advocate as possible.

+ Assist the person to know their own personal strengths and worth; assist the person in sharing those personal traits with others.

+ Responsible for the development and implementation of the Staff Action Plan process, inclusive of participation in the Life Plan meetings, for each assigned person; work with the person and his/her care manager to establish meaningful objectives to meet the valued outcomes for the service.

+ Author Staff Action Plans or other service plans as required by regulation.

+ Communicate with program staff and program management to ensure support needs are represented in Life Plan/Staff Action Plans.

+ Review draft Life Plans to ensure accuracy.

+ Maintain records and correspondence as required for Life Plan/Staff Action Plans

+ Act as liaison to families, care managers, residential providers, day service providers, advocates and/or correspondents for those supported.

+ Work in a professional and ethical manner; establish a trusting relationship with the people supported by being reliable and on time when providing supports and/or activities based on the persons stated valued outcomes and goals; always work towards assisting the person to achieve maximum success by developing a mutually respectful relationship with the person and their "Circle of Supports".

+ Provide coverage and hands on implementation of the Staff Action Plan or other service plan, as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer