Intensive Support Coordinator — Empower Independence

Benchmark Human Services; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive salary

Opportunities for career advancement

Flexible schedule

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and sick time

Employee referral bonuses

Potential annual bonus on top ofsalary

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services in Georgia is seeking an Intensive Support Coordinator to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live as independently as possible and participate in the community.

You will provide resources, coordinate care, and advocate for services while following HCBS rules. The position requires travel up to 75% and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in human services, social work, sociology, psychology.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Minimum of 2 years working in a similar position.
• Travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Follow all policies and procedures set forth by the company, Georgia Department of Community Health and HCBS rules.
• Perform evaluations and assessments to meet the needs of individuals served.
• Assist individuals served with applying for financial assistance, residential planning, vocational, recreational and educational desires, healthcare, in home supports, day services, legal, nutrition, transportation, social and other related services and resources.
• Advocate for services that will support the individual's success.
• Maintain all case records.
• Prepare, update and monitor Care Path Plans.
• Provide support to individuals so they can participate in and direct the person centered plan development process.
• Coordinate meetings with individual, families and guardians, and members of the interdisciplinary team as required.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with individual, families, guardians, state officials and team members.
• Record work and billing time in accordance with company policies.
• Track, monitor and enter specified data points.
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation immediately to supervisor or department head.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor degree in human services, social work, sociology, psychology

Job description

Benchmark Human Services in Georgia is seeking an Intensive Support Coordinator to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live as independently as possible and participate in the community.

You will provide resources, coordinate care, and advocate for services while following HCBS rules. The position requires travel up to 75% and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.