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Facilities Coordinator

Center for Autism and Related Disorders

Austin, TX; IL; CO; LA; AZRemotePosted 12 days ago
Full TimeEntry LevelOperations & Supply ChainNonprofit Organization
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Summary

The Facilities Coordinator for the Facilities Department is responsible for supporting the day-to-day maintenance of centers to ensure a safe and efficient working environment. This includes sourcing and coordinating vendors for services, facilitating daily work/service orders, ensuring compliance with established health, safety, and security regulations, and assisting with other tasks related to the tracking and oversight of departmental functions.

Job description

Position Overview

The Facilities Coordinator for the Facilities Department is responsible for supporting the day-to-day maintenance of centers to ensure a safe and efficient working environment. This includes sourcing and coordinating vendors for services, facilitating daily work/service orders, ensuring compliance with established health, safety, and security regulations, and assisting with other tasks related to the tracking and oversight of departmental functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Represent CARD professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders
  • Adhere to strict confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines, ensuring patient information is protected at all times
  • Assist in the upkeep, maintenance, and repair of centers and their associated equipment
  • Source appropriate vendors for consideration
  • Work collaboratively and professionally with multiple team members and vendors to ensure successful execution of repairs, maintenance tasks, and other services within expected timelines
  • Work collaboratively and professionally with multiple team members to ensure that facilities-related protocols are followed
  • Maintain needed and preventative maintenance schedules with appropriate tracking
  • Ensure that all facilities are clean, functional and well-maintained, and meet established workplace standards
  • Ensure proper functioning of building systems, including but not limited to camera systems, HVAC, electricity, and plumbing
  • Manage invoices and related documentation for timely processing of vendor payment with Accounts Payable
  • Ensure proper and accurate accounting of expenses for Finance
  • Respond to center related issues in a timely manner, working with efficiency towards resolution alongside onsite staff
  • Perform routine audits with efficiency and accuracy to assess all center equipment, maintenance, and safety hazards
  • Work collaboratively and professionally with multiple team members and vendors to ensure that safety and security equipment are functioning consistently and that needed repairs and/or adjustments are addressed in a timely manner
  • As new centers open, arrange the purchase, shipment, and installation of all center equipment
  • Assist the Safety Committee in gathering security footage for the purposes of investigation and audit
  • Maintain accurate record keeping and assist in the management of facility-related materials
  • Handle various projects and tasks, as assigned by the department

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, in a fast-paced environment
  • Detail-oriented with a strong operational focus
  • Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing environments
  • Ability to learn multiple technology platforms quickly
  • English proficiency, both verbal and written, is required

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 1 year prior experience in facilities, maintenance, or related field preferred
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Detail-oriented with a strong operational focus
  • Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing environments
  • Ability to learn multiple technology platforms quickly
  • English proficiency, both verbal and written, required

Company overview

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is one of the world's largest and most experienced autism treatment providers, founded in 1990 by Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh. As the third largest non-governmental organization in the United States contributing to autism research, CARD specializes in providing evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to individuals of all ages diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The organization operates treatment centers throughout the United States and globally, offering comprehensive services that include communication skills development, social interaction training, and daily living skills enhancement. CARD's treatment approach is grounded in scientific research and has been endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the U.S. Surgeon General as the most effective method for treating ASD. The organization employs a team of skilled clinicians including Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and behavior technicians who deliver individualized care tailored to each client's unique needs. Beyond clinical services, CARD actively contributes to autism research and community education, positioning itself as a leader in advancing understanding and treatment of autism spectrum disorders while maintaining a strong commitment to compassionate, family-centered care.

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