Impactful Service Coordinator – Developmental Supports

Johnson County Kansas; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Developmental Supports (JCDS) is seeking a Service Coordinator to assess individuals, plan supports, and coordinate resources for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live in the community. The role manages a designated caseload, facilitates meetings, coordinates transportation, documents progress, and collaborates with providers.

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field and one year of related experience are required; a KS/MO driver’s license

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field and one year of related work experience are required.
• KS/MO driver’s license may be required depending on department or agency.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments of individuals' background and applicable circumstances to identify needs and/or determine service eligibility; interprets and communicates relevant information to individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
• Develops plans to address the needs of individuals in single or multiple areas of focus; networks with other community agencies to research and coordinate resources and services to address short term intensive or long term individual needs; encourages the establishment and maintenance of support systems; consults and collaborates with other providers in the development, implementation and review of plans.
• Provides a variety of services for a designated caseload of individuals with multi-faceted and/or ongoing needs; ensures services provided are consistent with individual plans; initiates and attends individual and/or group meetings and provides services in a community based setting; provides transportation of individuals according to the needs identified in plans; organizes and facilitates skill development and support groups.
• Completes and submits documentation regarding services provided; evaluates and documents individuals' progress according to measurable goals; reviews quality and effectiveness of services provided.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Johnson County Developmental Supports (JCDS) is seeking a Service Coordinator to assess individuals, plan supports, and coordinate resources for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live in the community. The role manages a designated caseload, facilitates meetings, coordinates transportation, documents progress, and collaborates with providers.

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field and one year of related experience are required; a KS/MO driver’s license