Community Inclusion Coordinator Full Time

Description

Join an empowered team that is making a difference in our community!

Have you considered working for a financially stable, independent nonprofit? Are you looking to be part of a mission-driven team where your work has a real, visible impact? At PROVAIL, we’re proud to provide high quality services that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. If you’re ready to do work that matters, we’d love for you to check us out.

PROVAIL has an exciting opportunity for a Community Inclusion Coordinator to join our team! In this role you will assist and support clients individualized skill development, independent living and community integration so individuals can learn how to actively and independently engage in their local community.

This is a full-time position that typically works Monday-Friday during normal business hours but may require some need for occasional nights/weekends-based business needs.

About Us

PROVAIL was founded in 1942 by parents of children with cerebral palsy. They created some of the first community services for individuals with cerebral palsy and other complex support needs in the area. Our mission is supporting people with disabilities to fulfill their life choices. We help people decide how they want to live their life in the community and then provide the support services they need to act on those choices. We are one of the state’s largest private, multi-service agencies dedicated to meeting the needs of children and adults with all types of disabilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, $23.33 – $24.50 per hour, DOE
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance with highly subsidized employer contribution for the employee. Dependent coverage for qualified family members is available.
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) when enrolled in a medical plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Health Care and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• 104 hours paid vacation plus incremental increases based on years of service
• Twelve paid personal holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Referral bonus program
• Monthly cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement
• Extensive paid training and professional development opportunities

What You’ll Do

Person-Centered Planning and Documentation (5%):

• Assist clients in developing and maintaining individualized community inclusion plans using a person-centered approach.
• Complete and submit required documentation, including semi-annual progress reports, in accordance with program and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all services and supports align with each client’s community inclusion plan, goals, interests, strengths, skills, and preferred activities.

Community Inclusion and Skill Development (80%):

• Provide community inclusion services and supports to individuals or small groups of up to three clients with similar interests or goals.
• Support clients in identifying, accessing, and initially engaging in activities that promote socialization, education, recreation, and personal growth.
• Assist clients in developing, practicing, and applying skills that increase independence, community participation, and meaningful relationships with non-paid community members.

Community Engagement and Collaboration (10%):

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, community partners, and service providers to support client participation and inclusion in the community.
• Travel between work sites, attend off-site meetings, and engage with clients and community partners as needed to effectively fulfill job responsibilities.

Accessibility, Equity & Inclusion (5%):

• Contribute to a respectful and inclusive workplace by demonstrating behaviors aligned with PROVAIL’s Equity Statement and Anti-Racist Policy.
• Collaborate effectively across departments while valuing diverse perspectives and lived experiences.
• Use inclusive communication practices and support accessibility for colleagues, clients, and visitors.
• Participate in learning opportunities related to equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• HS Diploma/GED (DSP: NAR, CNA, HCA preferred) and 1 work year experience
• In order to fulfill the essential day-to-day travel duties of this position, possession of a current and valid Washington driver’s license with a good driving record, access to a vehicle, and maintenance of insurance acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier is required.
• Must be able to pass a criminal history background check.
• Lived experience and experience working with individuals with disabilities in a community setting is preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have familiarity with the community in which the participant resides, including knowledge of community organizations, informal clubs, community projects, and businesses.

Required Skills & Competencies

Communication: Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels within the organization and with external customers. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, listens actively, and conveys information clearly.

Cultural Competency and Humility: Demonstrates a commitment to equitable, inclusive, and respectful practices in all interactions. Exhibits an openness to learning from diverse cultural perspectives, lived experiences, and communication styles.

Customer Focus: Understands and anticipates the needs of internal and external customers. Prioritizes service quality, responsiveness, and long-term relationship trust.

Integrity: Consistently upholds confidentiality, ethical standards, and professional boundaries. Builds and maintains supportive relationships while safeguarding the emotional and physical well-being of others.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

This role requires the ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods, communicate effectively with others verbally & in writing, lift and carry items up to 25 pounds, and operate computer hardware and related systems.

The position requires sufficient visual and hearing abilities to perform job duties safely and effectively, including close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and the ability to hear and respond to verbal communication and environmental sounds. The position also requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.

PROVAIL is committed to diversity & inclusion and continually working to build an organizational culture and climate in which every voice is valued, staff have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization, and staff feel empowered to do their best work. We specifically encourage people of color, individuals who identify as LGBTQ and individuals with disabilities to apply for this position.

PROVAIL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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