Familyhome/supported Independent Living Coordinator - Kitchener, Canada - Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region

Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region

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Kitchener, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

FamilyHome/Supported Independent Living Coordinator

Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region

Qualifications:

MSW or BSW (or related Masters or Bachelor level education) with 5 years related experience
Highly developed skills with relationships, supervision, problem solving, community outreach, conflict mediation and advocacy
Understanding of, and experience in supporting adults with developmental disabilities, personcentered practice, community development and trauma and crisis informed approaches to support
Excellent clinical assessment, mediation, organizational, casemanagement, oral and written communication skills
Can demonstrate critical analysis of family dynamics, impact of trauma, systemic and social issues
Proven excellence with interpersonal relationships through the ability to easily connect with diverse groups of people, backgrounds and personality types
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and to work well under pressure through crisis management both independently and as part of a team
Valid driver's license and insurance; daily access to a reliable vehicle

Role:

The FH/SIL Coordinator is responsible for facilitating, supporting and overseeing shared living arrangements and supportive relationships between adults with developmental disabilities and families who provide support to them through the FH program.

In the SIL program, the Coordinator is responsible for providing coordination of services and support for adults connected to the program who live on their own in the community.

The FH/SIL Coordinator is involved in / assists with the recruitment of FH Providers and FH Respite Providers. They are responsible for matching and supervising FH Providers, respite providers and Direct Support People.

The FamilyHome/SIL Coordinator will also work with relevant community partners in support of the needs and goals of adults supported in both FamilyHome and SIL.

Hours and Pay:

37.5 hours per week. Regular schedule flexible in discussion with supervisor. Occasional prearranged evening or weekend work.
Salary Band 8, $ $33.06 per hour
Benefits enrollment following three (3) months of employment
Hybrid environment, Work From Home with Two days per week in office.

Responsibilities and Functions:

Reporting to the FamilyHome/SIL Program Manager, the FamilyHome/SIL Coordinator will:

Provide Support to the Individual receiving support in FH/SIL and the FamilyHome Providers (if applicable) by:

Assessing the needs and abilities of adults living with families in the community (FH) and adults living independently (SIL)
Assisting in goal planning and liaising between adults supported and any services, agencies and programs involved in their life
Supporting and monitoring FH placements to ensure quality of life and advocate on behalf of the person receiving support and/or ensure they have access to suitable advocate(s)
Monitoring financial records of the person receiving support and providing support and guidance in the use of personal funds for adults in FH/SIL
Assisting with planning and use of Ministry Funding as applicable (i.e. Passport program, etc.)
Providing support with problem solving and mediation between the adults supported and respective FamilyHome Providers, Direct Support People, Respite and natural family members
Monitoring and assessing ongoing FamilyHome matches and homes
Making referrals and assisting adults supported in accessing appropriate community services
Facilitating and supporting relationships and visits with the adult's natural family members as requested

Provide Support to Direct Support People (DSPs) & FamilyHome Providers by:

Matching people supported and FamilyHome Providers by performing pre-placement home studies and screening
Providing training and guidance in techniques and strategies to meet the needs of the adult supported and assure access to appropriate resources
Consulting with respect to care and treatment of adults supported in FH/SIL
Providing consistent and thorough supervision of FamilyHome matches
Ensuring Providers and DSPs complete required reports
Ensuring that all guidelines and requirements of the FamilyHome Program and related EAFWR policies and procedures are made known and available, and providing assistance with compliance where necessary
Ensuring FamilyHome Providers complete and submit accounting/financial records of the person they are supporting, where applicable
Participating in the hiring, orientation, training and ongoing supervision and support of DSPs
Assist in the orientation of new DSPs to the organization
Identify adults supported in FH/SIL that may match the DSP's skill set and availability, and facilitate introductions/match visits
Complete regular checkins with DSPs
Assist DSPs in addressing issues and concerns related to their work
Facilitate development opportunities for DSPs, as requested

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