Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youths and Adults
Assistant Coordinator of Residence
Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youths and Adults, Port Washington, New York, United States, 11050
Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community.
Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. We currently have an exciting full time career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as a full-time Assistant Coordinator of the Residence. This position is responsible for the efficient and compliant operation of the residential services program for HKNC. This is an in-person position based out of our residence facility in Sands Point, NY. Your regular schedule will be Tuesdays from 1pm-9pm, Wednesdays 12pm-8pm, and Thursday-Saturday 1pm-9pm. Due to the nature of the residential program, you may be required to work outside these hours to cover shifts or otherwise meet business needs.
Pay Rate: $60-65k annually
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Observe staff supporting consumers on trips to offer mentoring and coaching opportunities on best practices for communication, mobility and a person-centered approach.
Set up shifts with contact staff for consumers, as needed.
Ensure that the physical aspects of the residence building are accessible to all consumers by
Ordering needed equipment/supplies that makes these aspects accessible
Labeling signage in braille and in large bold print with color contrast
Ensure that braille labels are fresh and replace as needed
Ensure that all alerting equipment is in good working order and replace as needed
Ensure that all student use appliances are accessible
Maintain and order recreational supplies that are accessible for all (braille/large print UNO and SKIPBO, for example) and replace as needed.
Ordering supplies, decors, linens and furniture for residence facility.
Maintain monthly quality checks of all rooms and common areas of residence
Maintain consumers’ files.
Ensure Residence staff attend EPM’s.
Ensure coverage when staff are out
Ensure that all scheduled recreation activities are supported with sufficient staff/SSP support.
Assign specific consumers to each staff for them to follow/support and for them to report out on during EPMs and to communicate issues/concerns with Rehabilitation Counselors
Ensure that consumers are being supported in their training goals by:
Aligning some planned recreational activities with training goals
Encouraging and supporting consumers’ self-discovery and self-determination journeys
Promoting consumer centered approaches and culture in residence
Ensure consumers’ mail/packages are distributed
Maintain vehicle schedules, vehicle cleanliness, and gas receipts.
Set up weekly staff schedule.
Set up monthly recreation schedule.
Ensures completion of the student orientation program.
Interfaces with guardians, families, visitors and professional staff.
Set up Town Hall Committees
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Reports include:
Senior Habilitation Specialists, Habilitation Specialists, Recreation Specialist, Overnight Awakes and residence interns.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in areas related/relevant to education or rehabilitation or recreation. Master preferred.
A minimum of three years of experience in Deaf, DeafBlind and blind education/rehabilitation/recreation field
Some supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge of ASL preferred but must be willing to acquire conversational skills within one year.
Develop knowledge of grade 1 braille within I year.
Become certified in the food certificate program Serv Safe.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
CPR and First Aid certified shortly after hire.
At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. we offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including:
4 weeks' aid vacation annually
Paid Sick Time, Personal Days
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Short term disability and parental leave
Life Insurance
12 Paid Holidays annually
Short Term Disability/ Life Insurance
403b Program with Employer Match
Voluntary Ancillary plans
Career Advancement Opportunities
Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. We currently have an exciting full time career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as a full-time Assistant Coordinator of the Residence. This position is responsible for the efficient and compliant operation of the residential services program for HKNC. This is an in-person position based out of our residence facility in Sands Point, NY. Your regular schedule will be Tuesdays from 1pm-9pm, Wednesdays 12pm-8pm, and Thursday-Saturday 1pm-9pm. Due to the nature of the residential program, you may be required to work outside these hours to cover shifts or otherwise meet business needs.
Pay Rate: $60-65k annually
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Observe staff supporting consumers on trips to offer mentoring and coaching opportunities on best practices for communication, mobility and a person-centered approach.
Set up shifts with contact staff for consumers, as needed.
Ensure that the physical aspects of the residence building are accessible to all consumers by
Ordering needed equipment/supplies that makes these aspects accessible
Labeling signage in braille and in large bold print with color contrast
Ensure that braille labels are fresh and replace as needed
Ensure that all alerting equipment is in good working order and replace as needed
Ensure that all student use appliances are accessible
Maintain and order recreational supplies that are accessible for all (braille/large print UNO and SKIPBO, for example) and replace as needed.
Ordering supplies, decors, linens and furniture for residence facility.
Maintain monthly quality checks of all rooms and common areas of residence
Maintain consumers’ files.
Ensure Residence staff attend EPM’s.
Ensure coverage when staff are out
Ensure that all scheduled recreation activities are supported with sufficient staff/SSP support.
Assign specific consumers to each staff for them to follow/support and for them to report out on during EPMs and to communicate issues/concerns with Rehabilitation Counselors
Ensure that consumers are being supported in their training goals by:
Aligning some planned recreational activities with training goals
Encouraging and supporting consumers’ self-discovery and self-determination journeys
Promoting consumer centered approaches and culture in residence
Ensure consumers’ mail/packages are distributed
Maintain vehicle schedules, vehicle cleanliness, and gas receipts.
Set up weekly staff schedule.
Set up monthly recreation schedule.
Ensures completion of the student orientation program.
Interfaces with guardians, families, visitors and professional staff.
Set up Town Hall Committees
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Reports include:
Senior Habilitation Specialists, Habilitation Specialists, Recreation Specialist, Overnight Awakes and residence interns.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in areas related/relevant to education or rehabilitation or recreation. Master preferred.
A minimum of three years of experience in Deaf, DeafBlind and blind education/rehabilitation/recreation field
Some supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge of ASL preferred but must be willing to acquire conversational skills within one year.
Develop knowledge of grade 1 braille within I year.
Become certified in the food certificate program Serv Safe.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
CPR and First Aid certified shortly after hire.
At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. we offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including:
4 weeks' aid vacation annually
Paid Sick Time, Personal Days
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Short term disability and parental leave
Life Insurance
12 Paid Holidays annually
Short Term Disability/ Life Insurance
403b Program with Employer Match
Voluntary Ancillary plans
Career Advancement Opportunities