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Coordinator, Community Participation Supports

UCP Central PA

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Camp Hill, Pennsylvania

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Coordinator provides hands-on support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them build life skills and connect with their community. Responsibilities include planning engaging activities, creating weekly schedules, and supporting Individual Program Plans.

Qualifications

You have at least 6 months of experience as a Direct Support Professional or Direct Care Worker and a valid driver's license. You are comfortable providing direct care and supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building skills and community connections.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Direct Support Professional

Direct Care Worker

NADSP DSP certification

CPR

First Aid

Medication Administration

Job Description

Overview

Coordinator, Community Participation Supports

Status: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekSchedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pmLocation: Camp Hill, PAPay: $17.50 per hour, up to $18.25 per hour with NADSP DSP certification(s)

What We’re Looking For:

  • 6 months – 2 years of previous Direct Support Professional (DSP) or Direct Care Worker experience
  • Valid driver’s license with at least 6 months of driving experience
  • 18 years of age
  • Access to a vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
  • Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand English
  • Preferred: Associate’s degree or technical certification

As a Community Participation Supports Coordinator, you’ll help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build skills, connect with their communities, and participate in meaningful daily activities. You’ll plan engaging experiences, support personal growth, and encourage independence through real-life learning and social opportunities.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide hands-on support similar to a Direct Support Professional role, assisting with daily needs, skill-building, and active participation in activities; must be comfortable providing direct care as part of the position
  • Plan and lead activities that build communication, social, and everyday life skills
  • Create weekly schedules that focus on individual goals, interests, and community involvement
  • Support the development and progress of Individual Program Plans
  • Encourage self-advocacy and help individuals make choices about their lives, relationships, and activities
  • Help individuals build connections in the community by exploring local resources and opportunities
  • Research and maintain community resources that support learning, engagement, and independence

Why UCP?

  • Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals. 
  • Paid training and certifications including; CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.
  • Opportunities for advancement through our Pathfinder Program or within our growing organization.
  • Same day pay available through Tapcheck
  • Comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and more!
  • Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Inclusive culture that values feedback, individuality, and employee recognition
  • Refer & earn $1,000!

Join Our Team!

Change lives. Including your own – Apply today.

UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org. 

UCP Central PA

UCP Central PA has been creating opportunities for people of all ages with all types of disabilities for nearly seventy years. Today our nearly 1,500 employees deliver on our mission as we empower 1,500 people with diverse abilities each year to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We are planting seeds daily until we achieve our vision of a community that embrace’s every individuals’ abilities. We encourage a life without limits for people who are born with a disability, acquire a disability through illness, accident or injury, or are aging into a disability through our comprehensive service offerings. • We offer children who are experiencing delays in meeting developmental milestones various therapies to help them reach their full potential • We deliver a broad system of support for the entire family including grandparents and siblings • We provide the support, resources, and access that helps people secure, maintain, and succeed at competitive, meaningful employment • We help people lead more independent, full, and engaging lives while volunteering, working, shopping, or participating in recreational opportunities • We are building strong community connections by matching each person’s strengths, preferences, and abilities with available local opportunities • We provide a place to call home, and a nurturing and supportive family environment rich with life experiences for people • We provide the opportunity for people to manage their own supports and services • We restore and refurbish home medical equipment and assistive technology devices and redistribute to the community free of charge • We make everyday living easier, and otherwise impossible tasks possible for people
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