Support Coordinator - DDD

A&S SUPPORT SERVICES

Support Coordinator - DDD

Secaucus, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Flexible schedule

    Health insurance

    Help or transport service

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Wellness resources

    We serve people with developmental disabilities and provide person-centered focused services that respond to the needs of our clients and their families. Support Coordinator helps individuals with disabilities and their families to identify and link with needed services and supports to improve their quality of life within the home and the community. As a Support Coordinator, you must be willing and able to travel and drive as well as have a flexible schedule to accommodate client's schedule including evening and weekend hours.

    Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

    · Initiate personalized plans of care with input from the individual and family based on the desired outcomes, personal preferences and available choices of the individuals being served.

    · Utilize available resources in combination with other formal and informal supports and services to meet the needs of the individuals.

    · Attend monthly, quarterly and annual contact (via phone or face-to-face) with individuals and families to discuss progress toward achieving goals identified on the support plan.

    · Initiate and maintain documentation of notes and progress reports.

    · Work as a team to assist individuals and their families in coordinating, selecting, and taking ownership of their plan.

    · Continue learning about relevant, local accessible services and providers.

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

    · Bachelor’s Degree or higher in any field;

    · One or more years of experience working and/or caring for adults with disabilities;

    · Computer Proficient (MS Office Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint);

    · Able to solve problems independently, effectively and creatively;

    · Excellent Organization and Communication skills;

    · Excellent time management skills;

    · Must have a flexible schedule to meet the needs of our clients;

    · Valid Driver’s license and car to be able travel;

    · Complete on the job and required state training.

    · Bilingual preferably (Spanish)

    · State, Federal Criminal Background Checks and Central Registry check is mandatory.

    · Successful completion of training required by the Division before rendering services.

    Flexible work from home options available.