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Assistant Coordinator - Adult IDD Day Services

GoodLife Innovations

  • Lawrence, Kansas
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    Highlights

    GoodLife Innovations is seeking an Assistant Day Services Coordinator who is passionate about supporting others, developing staff, and creating engaging, meaningful experiences for the people we serve. As the Assistant Day Services Coordinator , you will help oversee Day Services operations, lead engaging activities, and train and mentor staff to deliver high-quality, person-centered support.

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    LocationLawrence, Kansas
    Websitehttps://mygoodlife.org/careers/

    Description

    Assistant Day Services Coordinator
    Full-Time, $18.50/hr
    Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

    Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities? GoodLife Innovations is seeking an Assistant Day Services Coordinator who is passionate about supporting others, developing staff, and creating engaging, meaningful experiences for the people we serve.

    As the Assistant Day Services Coordinator, you will help oversee Day Services operations, lead engaging activities, and train and mentor staff to deliver high-quality, person-centered support. You’ll spend your time between our Day Center and community settings, working alongside staff to model best practices, encourage skill development, and ensure the people we serve have opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.

    If you have a background in teaching, caregiving, or direct support and are ready to take on a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you!

    Some duties include:
    • Provide direct support to a caseload of individuals with IDD
    • Lead engaging activities, including arts and crafts, exercise, cooking, and community outings
    • Model effective support strategies and coach staff in delivering high-quality Day Services
    • Conduct new-hire training, substitute orientations, and ongoing staff training and development
    • Ensure activity spaces are organized and stocked with the supplies needed for daily programming
    • Assist with administrative tasks and day-to-day program management
    • Help maintain a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for persons served
    Some qualifications:
    • Must have a valid Driver's License and safe driving record
    • Must successfully pass criminal background check
    • Prior teaching, caregiving, or direct support experience preferred
    • Physical ability to assist individuals with varying support needs
    • Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
    • Desire to lead and mentor a team of staff 
    • A passion for supporting adults with disabilities and helping others learn and grow
    Some benefits include:
    • Weekly pay
    • Health insurance reimbursement (ICHRA)
    • Dental/vision/life insurance
    • Paid time-off
    • Flexible spending account (FSA)
    • Career advancement opportunities
    • Matching 401k after 1 year tenure
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