Purpose:

The Medical Services Coordinator facilitates medical and other supports to people with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities focused on personal outcome and independence.

Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the Assistant Director
• Schedule, facilitate and follow up on medical appointments and orders per DHS requirements
• Collaborate with RN trainer prior to medical appointments and provide written report regarding appointment outcome
• Ensure appointment documentation is completed, signed by residents, guardians and filed in a timely manner
• Participate in medication administration and training of ADSP staff Per RN trainer, in accordance with agency policy and procedures and DHS Rule 115 and 116
• Manages Medical closets, First Aid, PRN and MAR documentation supply
• Communicate professionally with medical providers, community member, families, individuals served and team
• Transcribe new medication orders per RN trainer and deliver medications as needed
• Facilitate supports during emergent medical needs
• Facilitate training to Individual Supports Providers per RN trainer and DHS OJT standards
• Work collaboratively with RN Trainer, QIDPs, Supervisors, outside providers and families
• Facilitate transportation supports to and from appointments (agency vehicle)
• Follow daily responsibilities as assigned
• Respond to crisis effectively
• Attend and contribute to team meetings
• Complete and maintain DSP required trainings and certificates
• Provide Direct Supports as needed
• Provide on-call supports for the department as part of a rotation

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Satisfactory results on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) or Test of Functional Health Literacy in Adults (STOFHLA)
• Valid Illinois Driver's license and clean driving record
• Completion of the DSP curriculum as specified by DHS
• Completion of CPR and 1^st Aid
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• CNA certification preferred
• 2 years’ experience in the Human Services Field preferred
• Familiarity with Judaism and Jewish Orthodox community preferred

Job Category: Bargaining Unit Eligible

What you’ll love about us: 

• Time off: Paid time off varies by position – includes vacation days, sick days paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with base contribution and match. Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, 6 weeks paid parental leave, and much more.
• Compensation: the minimum compensation for this position is $20.51 (Final offer will be based on experience). 

Please visit us at http://www.jcfs.org 

JCFS Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. JCFS Chicago provides a reasonable accommodation to those who need assistance in completing this application. JCFS Chicago is committed to serving the needs of the diverse Chicago metropolitan area.  Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, licensed by DCFS.

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