DDS Program Coordinator - Shared

Job Description:

The Shared Living program serves 60 adults with varying challenges and ages to become part of a host family, with all the benefits and responsibilities that sharing a life and a household entail. Host families, often referred to as providers or caregivers, help the individual to build meaningful relationships and provide opportunities for them to lead their best life. We value the diversity and culture of each home and design tailored supports for the provider depending on everyone’s unique needs and preferences.

Open Sky’s Shared Living program allows providers to gain the satisfaction of knowing they are helping someone to develop the tools to live a meaningful and satisfying life. In exchange, Open Sky provides each home a comprehensive support team including individualized case management, clinical, nursing supports and a generous monthly tax-free stipend. The Shared Living Coordinator operates out of Whitinsville and maintains a caseload of placements in the Central Massachusetts region.

They provide support and training to Shared Living Providers and assist in the facilitation of meaningful community roles and relationships for individuals served.

• Support and monitor Shared Living placements through regular home visits, provider coaching, and ongoing quality oversight.
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans that promote personal growth, independence, and community inclusion.
• Coordinate clinical, medical, and behavioral supports to ensure individuals receive appropriate care and services.
• Collaborate with families, guardians, service providers, and funding agencies to support individuals' goals and needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and oversight of individuals' funds and related records.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide crisis response and support as needed.

• Bachelors degree in Human Services or related field and/or two years residential or administrative experience, required.
• Valid Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and reliable vehicle with proof of insurance required.

$23.00 - $25.87

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life. Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL. At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with.

Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits.

Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.

Open Sky Community Services, Inc. offers a wide range of services for adults, adolescents, and children experiencing mental health challenges, developmental and intellectual disabilities, substance use disorders, brain injury, homelessness and other complex…