Support Coordinator

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center Inc; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center Inc in New Haven, CT is seeking a Support Coordinator – Community Services to work directly with Community Members to develop and implement individualized service plans that support independent living goals. The role combines case coordination, life skills coaching, advocacy, and ongoing support in collaboration with families and providers.

The position involves facilitating annual reviews, coaching daily living skills, coordinating healthcare, budgeting, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field preferred, or 2+ years relevant experience.
• Experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and documentation systems.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and implement individualized service plans and annual goals.
• Facilitate and prepare for annual review meetings with Community Members and providers.
• Meet regularly with assigned individuals to provide structured support.
• Provide coaching in daily living skills including budgeting, meal planning, and home organization.
• Coordinate healthcare appointments and support follow-through on care plans.
• Assist with financial skills such as budgeting, banking, and bill payment systems.
• Support community engagement and development of social supports.
• Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and reports in Setworks.
• Advocate for appropriate services and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Microsoft Office

Documentation systems

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

Setworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Full Time New Haven, CT, US

Salary Range: $24.70 To $24.70 Annually

Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection

Support Coordinator – Community Services

Full-Time | Requisition ID: 1795
New Haven, CT | $24.70/hour | 30 hours/week (Flexible: M–F 8 AM–6 PM)

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is a nonprofit organization supporting adults with disabilities in building independent, self-directed lives. For over 50 years, we have partnered with individuals to promote independence through personalized planning, skill-building, and community-based support.

We are guided by the values of dynamic diversity, caring collaboration, individual integrity, and community connection.

Position Overview

The Support Coordinator works directly with Community Members to develop and implement individualized service plans that support independent living goals. This role combines case coordination, life skills coaching, advocacy, and ongoing support in collaboration with families and providers.

• Develop, update, and implement individualized service plans and annual goals
• Facilitate and prepare for annual review meetings with Community Members and providers
• Meet regularly with assigned individuals to provide structured support
• Provide coaching in daily living skills including budgeting, meal planning, and home organization
• Coordinate healthcare appointments and support follow-through on care plans
• Assist with financial skills such as budgeting, banking, and bill payment systems
• Support community engagement and development of social supports
• Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and reports in Setworks
• Advocate for appropriate services and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field preferred, or 2+ years relevant experience
• Experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain consistent scheduling
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and documentation systems
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations

Why Join Us

We offer a mission-driven environment focused on independence, dignity, and growth. Full-time employees receive benefits including paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. Many staff build long-term careers within our organization.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification. We value diverse experiences and perspectives.