Support Coordinator

*Typical working hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.*

Hybrid Work Schedules/Flexible Schedules/No On-call

Job Location:

This position can be domiciled in Sikeston or Poplar Bluff, however the consumers serviced will reside within the Poplar Bluff Region.

Why you’ll love this position

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they can have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Role Description

We are looking for someone who can be committed to our core competencies. They include: Foundational Values, Beliefs and Skills; Engagement; Empowerment; Exploring and Planning; Connecting to Integrated Supports and Services; Facilitating Long-Term services and Supports. As an Associate/Social Service Specialist at the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) we need someone who has skills and knowledge to support persons with Developmental Disabilities and their families that are consistent with State and national policies and practices.

Typical Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree; or a Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience; or a Registered Nurse.

What you’ll do

• Be a knowledgeable, adaptable and ethical professional.
• Develop and maintain a relationship with the individual and their team to facilitate effective communication and collaboration to promote well-being.
• Enhance the individual’s capacity for self-direction through ensuring awareness of rights and responsibilities, and facilitating access to resources.
• Engage the team in a person-centered planning process that results in an integrated and comprehensive plan that is reflective of and responsive to the strengths, interests, needs, and desired outcomes of the individual in all areas of their life.
• Assist the support team to cultivate an array of resources that meet the needs of the person, including paid and non-paid supports.
• Facilitate the exploration and acquisition of paid supports from a variety of funding sources. Conduct in-person visits to monitor for quality services to ensure the services maximize the use of support dollars to meet identified goals and minimize risks.

For more information about our core competencies please follow this link - Missouri Support Coordination Core Competencies | dmh.mo.gov

To Apply:

Upload a cover letter, resume, college transcript, and three professional letters of reference.

Complete information must be provided for your request to be considered. Documentation supporting your eligibility (transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process.

If you have any questions about this position, please email/call Human Resources at: 573-472-6577, Danielle.Johnson@dmh.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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