What are the responsibilities and job description for the Support Coordinator position at Dedicated Home Care?
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Company car
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Job description:
Dedicated Home Care is seeking a passionate and self-motivated team player to provide case management and support coordination services to adults aged 21 and over with developmental disabilities.
The Support Coordinator works closely with the consumer and their family to learn about their skills, talents, and interests, and then links them to appropriate supports and services in the surrounding community. An individualized service plan is created for the consumer, and the plan is monitored and adjusted by the Support Coordinator as needed. The Support Coordinator is also responsible for assisting consumers in managing the budget allocated to them by DDD for various services and supports.
Qualified Candidates:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in any field;
- At least 3 years of documented professional experience working with individuals with disabilities;
- Ability to successfully relate to and communicate with people with disabilities, their families, other organizations, agencies, volunteers, and consumers;
- Working knowledge of programs and services, benefits, entitlements, and supports available to persons with disabilities, as needed;
- Utilize innovative thinking to help consumers and their families develop high-quality, individualized service plans that identify potential services and agencies.
- Serve as a liaison for consumers and their families and various statewide entities, including, but not limited to: DDD, DHS, designated fiscal intermediary, and the Unusual Incident Reporting Unit;
- Collaborate and maintain relationships with various community partners to ensure familiarity and an in-depth understanding of service options;
- Ability to maintain compliance with DDD policy and procedures, and adherence to established deadlines and benchmarks;
- Strong team player willing to take direction, initiate business activities, and work with management staff and peers;
- Possess strong and practical spoken and written communication skills;
- Ability to organize work effectively, establish priorities, and express oneself with a professional demeanor and presentation;
- Ability to cope with moderate to high levels of stress;
- Experience using Microsoft Office
License/Certification:
- Driver's License ( required )
- Vehicle ( required )
- DDD's Support Coordinator certificate (preferred)
Salary : $25