What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Support Coordinator position at ALTERNATIVES INC?
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Description
For over 40 years, Alternatives, Inc. has been dedicated to providing the best in support services to adults with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illnesses. Services include Residential, Behavior Support, Support Coordination and Recreation. We have seen great growth in the past few years, which has stretched our coverage area to include Warren, Sussex, Hunterdon, Morris, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth & Ocean counties. This expansion would not be possible without our dedicated staff members working on the front lines.
Alternatives, Inc. is currently looking to hire a part-time, Spanish Bilingual Support Coordinator. Support Coordinators make it their mission to ensure individuals seeking services are matched to the appropriate service provider.
Role of a Support Coordinator:
- Investigates and develops community based resources for clients
- Develops and monitors client Service Plans (NJISP)
- Engages in monthly, quarterly and annual contact with clients as required
- Provides documentation related to billing
- Maintains contact with external agencies providing direct services to clients on caseload
- Maintains electronic records via the irecord and internal agency databases
Desired Qualities of a Support Coordinator:
- Positive Communication Skills
- Compassion
- Reliability & Dedication
- Desire to make a difference
- Ethical and moral values
- Professionalism
- Excellent customer service
Training:
- All employees are required to complete 10-15 trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis
- Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using Go To Meeting
- All trainings are paid
Benefits:
Full-Time & Part-Time Employees are entitled to the following Benefits:
- Paid Trainings
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Direct Deposit
- Holiday Pay
- 401K Plan
- Federal Credit Union
- Discounted Auto Insurance
- Advancement Opportunities
- Worker’s Compensation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Vision Plan
- AFLAC
- Pre-Paid Legal Services
- Pet Insurance
Full-Time Employees are entitled to the following additional Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account Participation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- Paid Benefit Time (120 hours)
- Paid Sick Time (40 hours)
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Paid Jury Duty Leave
We invite you to apply and become part of the Alternatives team and make a difference!
Change Lives, Build Futures!
Spanish Bilingual Support Coordinator
Part-Time
Sussex, Morris & Union counties
BA required
Computer skills a must !
Must possess valid NJ/NY/PA driver's license
**In order to be eligible for employment, applicant must not have more than 5 points on their driving record and no DUIs within the last 3 years.**
Alternatives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
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BA & 1 year of experience working with adult (18 or older) individuals with developmental disabilities required
- Must be fluent in both English & Spanish
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Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks/drug screen
- Clear tuberculosis screening
- A valid driver's license, no more than 5 points or DUI in the last 3 years
- Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration, and Positive Behavioral Support Training
Salary : $28
