Support Coordinator

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a human services field, from a field-specific accredited institution including: Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, Education, Counseling, Child Life/Family Studies, Child Development, Family and Consumer Science, Social Services or Sociology, Philosophy, Substance Abuse, Vocational Rehabilitation, OR Bachelor's degree in liberal arts or general studies with 16 hours on a field listed above.
• good communication skills
• must be organized and have good time management skills
• must be a creative thinker to help families meet their needs
• able to be an advocate for the participants
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation and insurance.
• must have the ability to function independently and as a team member

JOB DUTIES

• will coordinate services via in person , telephone, e-mail and handwritten reports and letters with families and individuals
• will develop a working rapport with all service providers
• will coordinate and serve as Team Leader for the plan of care meetings
• will develop, implement and monitor care plans
• will travel to family homes or designated community areas for quarterly visits
• will make monthly contact with families
• will keep ongoing case notes regarding all contact with each family or provider