Participation in the development of program plans for individuals; monitoring and evaluating these plans and revising them as necessary
Identify and coordinate services for individuals and their families
Documentation, completing forms and reports in accordance with regulations and NLACRC policies and procedures
Serve as an advocate for individuals served by community agencies
Schedule and attend interdisciplinary meetings with individuals served, family members, service providers, advocates, etc.
Identify barriers to service delivery and implement culturally sensitive strategies that embody empathy, trust, and respect; comfort working in underserved and non-traditional office settings to meet our community needs.
Rotate officer-of-the-day duties with other Service Coordinators; assisting co-workers with special projects and unique situations; provide case-coverage as needed; and providing emergency on-call services when required.
Service coordination is community-based and requires meeting with individuals served and their families in their homes, in the community, or in our office location.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, sociology, or related human services field
Two years of related experience (a Master’s degree in a related subject may be substituted for experience)
Understanding of family systems and appreciation for person-centered planning
Knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities
Good organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively as a part of an interdisciplinary team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with MS Word and MS Outlook
Comfortable working in underserved and non-traditional office settings
Frequent telephone, virtual, and out-of-office meetings required
Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation, or acceptable substitute, required