Family Supports Coordinator: Developmental Disabilities

D.A. Blodgett; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

D.A. Blodgett- St. John's in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Supports Coordinator to deliver family-focused services for children with developmental disabilities, linking and coordinating services to help families stay together at home.

The role requires a 4-year human services degree, driving eligibility and strong collaboration with schools and health providers. This full-time salaried position offers a stable schedule and impact in the local community.

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirements include a 4-year degree in a human services field.
• One year's experience working with people who have been diagnosed with a developmental disability preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources and the skills necessary to facilitate and encourage positive change towards treatment goals.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and adequate insurance with a car available always.
• Basic computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, electronic record systems and other software programs.
• The ability to articulate ideas and prepare written reports and correspondence that are of a high professional standard.

Responsibilities

• To provide support and resources to families and children diagnosed with developmental disabilities.
• Able to meet clients and their families in non-traditional settings, during hours that meet the family's needs.
• Participate in at least bi-weekly supervision and bi-weekly team meetings.
• Coordinate, educate and train family members and support systems on individual needs of each child.
• Demonstrate self-care strategies and model healthy coping mechanisms when exposed to emotionally challenging circumstances.
• Monitor individuals for progress on goals and provide additional support/resources.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and linguistic differences in all interactions.
• Work with families, schools, doctors, and other systems within the client's life.
• Advocate for culturally responsive care and navigate systems respecting cultural values.
• Maintain program compliance and required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Provide crisis intervention and on-call response services as assigned by supervisor.
• Coordinate treatment planning with multiple services providers.

Education

4-year degree in a human services field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Electronic record systems

Job description

D.A. Blodgett- St. John's in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Supports Coordinator to deliver family-focused services for children with developmental disabilities, linking and coordinating services to help families stay together at home.

The role requires a 4-year human services degree, driving eligibility and strong collaboration with schools and health providers. This full-time salaried position offers a stable schedule and impact in the local community.