Family Support Coordinator - Respite

Behavioral Health and Developmental Services of Strafford County, Inc.; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Behavioral Health and Developmental Services of Strafford County, Inc. is seeking a Family Support Service Coordinator to organize respite services for families in Strafford County under He-M513 guidelines.

The role involves partnering with families and the HR team to recruit and hire respite providers for individuals with developmental disabilities living at home. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Human Services with relevant experience and demonstrate strong

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services plus at least 3 years working in the Human Services field or a Master’s degree plus 1 years’ experience in Human Services
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to utilize technology provided to perform requirements of the job
• Valid driver’s license, proof of adequate automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate respite services for family members in Strafford County who have a family member with a developmental disability living at home per He-M513
• Work with families and the Human Resource Department in recruitment and hiring of respite providers for their family member with a disability

Skills

Oral and written communication

Technology literacy

Valid driver\'s license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with 3+ years experience

Master’s degree in Human Services with 1+ year experience

Job description

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Family Support Service Coordinator is responsible for coordination of respite services for family members in Strafford County who have a family member with a developmental disability living at home per He-M513.

The Family Support Service Coordinator is responsible for working with families and the Human Resource Department in recruitment and hiring of respite providers for their family member with a disability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services plus at least 3 years working in the Human Services field or a Master’s degree plus 1 years’ experience in Human Services
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to utilize technology provided to perform requirements of the job
• Valid driver’s license, proof of adequate automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation required