Intellectual Disabilities Supports Coordinators provide supports coordination for individuals who have an intellectual disability or autism and their families on the phone and in-person, performing home and program visits. Supports Coordinators ensure that the needs and wishes of the individuals are addressed and life opportunities are expanded.
Duties include:
Developing person-centered plans, locating, coordinating and monitoring services and family driven supports for individuals with an intellectual disability or autism. Monitoring the health and safety of individuals on assigned caseload. Develop and enter Individual Support Plans into the Home and Community Services Information System within required time frames, assuring the active involvement of the individual receiving service and their team, and in keeping with all Federal, State and City compliance requirements. Make a difference in the lives of individuals who have disabilities. Facilitate team meetings with individuals, families and providers of service. Connect individuals with community resources and specialized services. Pleasant environment and good benefits. Paid training and supervision provided. Opportunity to earn $300 per quarter as a productivity award. Paid time off and paid holidays. Employee Assistance Program. Work laptop provided.
Our Mission:
Partnership for Community Supports connects individuals who experience delays in development throughout their lifespan, to resources and supports through individualized and family centered planning. By forming powerful partnerships and minimizing barriers, Partnership supports individuals and families to live a full, inclusive life in their community. Requirements A Bachelor's degree, which includes or is supplemented by at least 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social science; or two years' experience as a County Social Service Aide 3 and two years of college level course work, which include at least 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social service; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social service and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions; or a combination of 12 college credits in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social science and two years' professional experience in developmental disabilities, special education, mental health, counseling psychology, school psychology, social work or health and rehabilitative services. Position includes local travel. Mileage reimbursement is currently $0.67 per mile. Some experience working with individuals who have disabilities is preferred. Bilingual ability would be an asset. Access to a personal, secure, password protected home WiFi connection is preferred.
AA/EOE Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$45,011.20 per year
Benefits:
403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License plus vehicle available for everyday use (Required) Ability to