Service Coordinator - Children & Youth

Howard Center; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 44,543 - 54,442; Full time

Job summary

Howard Center in Burlington, VT is seeking a Service Coordinator – Children & Youth to oversee clinical service delivery for youth under 18 and young adults. You will work with a clinical team to plan case management, therapy, and community/residential support, collaborating with families, schools and providers.

The role requires six years of human services experience, a Qualified Developmental Disability Professional credential, and strong documentation skills. Hybrid work available.

Qualifications

• Six years combination of skills, experience and/or education in human services.
• Qualified Developmental Disability Professional.
• Strong documentation and writing skills for clinical records.
• Ability to supervise Direct Support Professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical based supervision to Direct Support Professionals.
• Participate in implementation of client's Individual Support Agreement.
• Use independent decision making and strong judgement skills during crisis situations.
• Abide by Medicaid, state, and federal laws.
• Organize and maintain strict documentation.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Crisis decision-making

Documentation

Electronic health records

Driving with acceptable record

Education

Six years combined experience in human services

Qualified Developmental Disability Professional

Tools

Electronic health records system

Job description

102 S Winooski Ave
Burlington, VT 05401, USA

102 S Winooski Ave
Burlington, VT 05401, USA

Locations

• Hybrid
• Client Services
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SERVI001439

Description

Manage and supervise all aspects of service for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder. Work within a clinical team to develop, plan, and implement case management, therapy, and community/residential assistance. The Service Coordinator – Children & Youth will specialize in supporting individuals under the age of 18, with additional clients who are young adults. This Service Coordinator would be in contact with a variety of external partners like family, school teams, DCF, pediatrics, children’s mental health providers, etc. Please note while this is the primary focus of this team, you will support clients that do not align with the details above. This role would work collaboratively with leadership and coworkers to offer the best support to clients and service coordinators alike. If you are interested in; IEP/Special education procedures, MOU’s, DCF,

Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical based supervision to Direct Support Professionals
• Participate in implementation of client's Individual Support Agreement
• Use independent decision making and strong judgement skills during crisis situations
• Abide by Medicaid, state, and federal laws
• Organize and maintain strict documentation

Requirements:

• Six years combination of skills, experience and/or education in human services
• Qualified Developmental Disability Professional
• Supervision of direct staff
• Ability to utilize electronic health records system
• Proficient writing skills for clinical documentation
• Use of a personal vehicle with an acceptable driving record

Structure:

• Full time (37.5 hours)
• Exempt
• Annual salary starting at $49,493.17
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Benefits:

• Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive Health Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy.

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

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