Intensive Care Coordinator - Bachelors

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Training reimbursement

PTO with 3 wellness days

9 paid holidays

Up to 3 weeks vacation in first year

Medical benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is seeking an Intensive Care Coordinator in the Framingham/Waltham area. The role focuses on care planning for youth under 21 using Wraparound, with coordination of multiple services and family advocacy.

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field and at least 1 year of relevant experience, plus a valid driver’s license to work throughout the community. Sign-on bonus is offered and benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field plus at least 1 year of direct experience working with children, young adults, and/or families.
• Driving in the community is a requirement of this position; please ensure you have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide care planning and coordination of services for eligible youth under the age of 21 using the Wraparound model consistent with System of Care philosophy.
• Facilitate Care Planning Team meetings and coordinate multiple services/ supports.
• Help caregivers learn effective advocacy skills.
• Collaborate with all members of the team to ensure continuity in treatment, services, and messages delivered.
• Attend meetings outside of Care Plan Meetings per request of the parent/guardian and youth.
• Assist in system navigation regarding school, court, state agencies (DCF, DMH, DDS) along with community resources for youth, young adults, and families.

Skills

Care planning

Coordination

Communication

Risk assessment

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Show your passion by empowering youth and families when joining the Wayside team!

Wayside is one of Massachusetts' most respected youth and family-serving agencies, supporting more than 6,000 youth and families annually across Central, Eastern, and Northeastern regions.

We invest in our employees' wellness with comprehensive benefits, including tuition and training reimbursement, a PTO package with 3 wellness days, 9 paid holidays, and up to 3 weeks of vacation in the first year. Enjoy a learning environment with free training, CEUs, and more, along with exceptional medical benefits, financial health supports, and career development opportunities.

Intensive Care Coordinator

Bachelor's Level – Community Based - Framingham/Waltham

Salary Range: $22.00 - $28.00/hour + sign-on bonus (half paid after 6 months of employment and half paid after 1 year of employment/pro-rated for part-time).

What you will do:

• Provide care planning and coordination of services for eligible youth under the age of 21 using the Wraparound model consistent with System of Care philosophy.
• Facilitate Care Planning Team meetings and coordinate multiple services/ supports.
• Help caregivers learn effective advocacy skills.
• Collaborate with all members of the team to ensure continuity in treatment, services, and messages delivered.
• Attend meetings outside of Care Plan Meetings per request of the parent/guardian and youth.
• Assist in system navigation regarding school, court, state agencies (DCF, DMH, DDS) along with community resources for youth, young adults, and families.

Competencies/Traits of Our Superstars:

• Talent connecting with people
• Strong communication skills–both written and verbal
• Ability to assess and manage risk
• Flexibility and creative thinking with an ability to adapt

MinimumRequirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field plus at least 1 year of direct experience working with children, young adults, and/or families.
• Driving in the community is a requirement of this position; please ensure you have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

We will train you in:

• Motivational Interviewing
• Courageous Conversations
• Attachment, Regulation and Competency Model (ARC)
• Trauma Informed Practice