Respite Coordinator

Job Summary

Under the direction of Ka Hale A Ke Ola (KHAKO) Executive Director, this position will assist participants with supportive monitoring; offer resources and referrals to help participants progress toward goals; provide oversight of the physical premises to ensure security and safety; document pertinent information in reports and case notes; and collaborate with staff members and medical partners to provide comprehensive care to participants. NOTE: The work week is 40 hours working Thursday through Monday, 10am to 6pm, and is on property.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

1. Provide general oversight of respite units to ensure security of the premises, provide supervision and guidance for participants as needed, and orientate new participants as they entire the facility.
2. Adhere to ethical standards and professional conduct, maintain confidentiality of patient information, and demonstrate respect for participants and colleagues.
3. Create, update, and complete case notes, submit incident reports to managers as needed, and prepare reports for all KHAKO and medical partners.
4. Oversee the cleanliness of units by performing weekly unit inspections for cleanliness and damages to the unit.
5. Enforce rules and regulations dictated by the organization and settle disputes.
6. Ensure all participants attend doctor appointments and schedule transportation as needed.
7. Identify signs of participants’ potential harm to self or others and address these accordingly.
8. Consult with social workers from Maui Memorial Medical Center and other participating agencies as appropriate.
9. Prepares daily and weekly written records, incident reports and discontinuation of services as required.
10. Collaborate with other staff members to provide comprehensive care to patients and participate in team meetings.

Required Skills and Abilitites

1. Exhibit strong organizational skills.
2. Possess excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
3. Remain calm during stressful situations.
4. Ability to recognize the basic symptoms of changes in behavior or thought patterns of others.
5. Ability to read, write and comprehend the English Language.
6. Must be familiar and comfortable working on computers, Microsoft Word.
7. To interact with people from all walks of life and from all backgrounds, withholding judgment and treating all with fairness and respect.
8. To effectively communicate, present information and respond adequately to questions.
9. To identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
10. To interpret rules and procedures to participants having various levels of comprehension and competence
11. The ability to be trained in the use of First Aid and CPR and performs those skills as required.

Minimum Requirements

1. Must have High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Two (2) years of progression, work experience in health, human services, and/or housing
3. Work experience in counseling, social work, or group home desirable.