START Services Coordinator — Impact & Outreach

Young Adult Institute, Inc.; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Adult Institute, Inc. is seeking a START Coordinator in Stockton, CA to manage a caseload of 20–25 individuals and provide systemic consultation based on assessments.

The role involves home and community outreach, intake referrals, and coordination of crisis plans with the clinical team. The position requires a Master’s degree in a human service field and at least two years of related experience, with START Coordinator Certification within 12 months and a valid CA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or similar field.
• At least two years of experience working with the I/DD population and/or behavioral health needs.
• Completion of START Coordinator Certification training within 12 months of appointment.
• Valid Driver’s License for California assignments.

Responsibilities

• Maintains an active caseload of 20–25 individuals referred for START Services and provides systemic consultation using assessment tools and best practices.
• Conducts regular outreach visits to individuals’ home, day, or vocational settings for evaluations and assessments (in-person or telehealth).
• Assists with referrals for enrollment in START and completion of intake assessments.
• Coordinates support meetings and crisis plan development for START participants and communicates with Medical/Clinical Directors as needed.
• Develops Comprehensive Service Evaluations, Cross-Systems Crisis Prevention and Intervention Plans, and intake/assessment documents for START services.
• Participates in regular leadership and team meetings and provides on-call support on a rotating basis.
• Completes all documentation and records on time and enters data into START Information Reporting System; maintains regulatory compliance.

Skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Strong communication and writing

Independent and organized

Flexible personality

Education

Master’s degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or other Human Service field

Bachelor’s degree in human services discipline

Job description

Young Adult Institute, Inc. is seeking a START Coordinator in Stockton, CA to manage a caseload of 20–25 individuals and provide systemic consultation based on assessments.

The role involves home and community outreach, intake referrals, and coordination of crisis plans with the clinical team. The position requires a Master’s degree in a human service field and at least two years of related experience, with START Coordinator Certification within 12 months and a valid CA driver’s license.