START Clinical Coordinator: Crisis Planning & Outreach

YAI; Haddonfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

YAI seeks a START Coordinator to manage an active caseload of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-occurring behavioral health needs. You will conduct evaluations, perform home and telehealth visits, and develop crisis plans with the interdisciplinary team.

Under Clinical leadership, you will document outcomes, participate in trainings, and maintain regulatory compliance while providing on-call support and travel across regions as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related field.
• At least two years of experience with I/DD and/or behavioral health.
• Bachelor’s degree in human services required.
• Certified START Coordinator within 12 months of appointment.
• Valid Driver’s License for CA assignments where applicable.
• Willingness to travel regularly across regions for assessments and visits.

Responsibilities

• Maintains an active caseload of 20–25 individuals referred for START Services with assessments and outreach.
• Conducts home, in-person, and telehealth evaluations as required by activity level and project scope.
• Facilitates referrals and enrollment screening for START; coordinates intake with clinical teams.
• Develops and updates Comprehensive Service Evaluations, Crisis Plans, and outcome documentation.
• Coordinates meetings, provides on-call support on a rotational basis, and reports incidents timely.
• Transmits data into START Information Reporting System and related systems; ensures regulatory compliance.
• Engages with community partners to maintain linkages and provide resources.
• Participates in START Leadership meetings and National Network activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Travel willingness

Education

Master’s degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related field

Bachelor’s degree in human services

START Coordinator Certification training within 12 months

Job description

YAI seeks a START Coordinator to manage an active caseload of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-occurring behavioral health needs. You will conduct evaluations, perform home and telehealth visits, and develop crisis plans with the interdisciplinary team.

Under Clinical leadership, you will document outcomes, participate in trainings, and maintain regulatory compliance while providing on-call support and travel across regions as needed.