SUPPORT COORDINATOR(Warren County)

The Family Resource Network; Locust Corner (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

The Family Resource Network is seeking a Support Coordinator to help individuals with disabilities access needed services across New Jersey. The role requires travel and a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and reports to the Support Coordinator Supervisor at the corporate office.

You will develop plans of care, coordinate with families, and connect clients with community resources while maintaining ongoing contact as plans are put into place.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organization and communication skills with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Develops individual plans of care with input from the individual and family.
• Utilizes community resources and supports to help individuals and families.
• Maintains ongoing contact as plans are implemented and updated.
• Coordinates and oversees supports selected by individuals and families.
• Works as part of a regional support team and keeps stakeholders informed.
• Performs training and attends meetings as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

TITLE: Support CoordinatorREPORTS TO: Support Coordinator Supervisor LOCATION: Corporate OfficeGENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Support Coordinator helps individuals with disabilities and their families to identify and link with needed services and supports to improve their quality of life within the home and the community.As a Support Coordinator, you must be willing and able to travel and drive throughout the State of NJ as well as have a flexible schedule to accommodate the individuals schedule including evening and weekend hours.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Develops individual plans of care, with input from the individual and family, which is based on the personal preferences and choices of the individuals being served.Utilizes available specialized and generic community resources in combination with other formal and informal supports and services.Maintains continuing contact with individuals and families as individual plans of care are put in place.All Support Coordination deliverables as outlined in the Policy & Procedure Manuals (SP & CCP).Assist individuals and their families in coordinating, selecting, and overseeing their own supports.Works as part of a regional support team.Continues learning about relevant, local accessible services and providers.Informs providers and the Division about identified service gaps.Completes required training and attends meetings as assigned.May perform other duties as assigned by the CEO, SVP of Programs and Services, Director, or SC Supervisor as need arises.Qualifications/ Background:Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline and 1-year equivalent experience working with adults (18+) with intellectual or developmentally disabled population;Computer Proficient (MS Office Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint);Able to solve problems independently, effectively and creatively;Excellent Organization and Communication skills;Excellent time management skills to be able to juggle multiple plans for multiple families simultaneously;Balance of work in the field and remote office- Must have a flexible schedule to meet the needs of our consumers;Valid Driver’s license and car to be able travel throughout the state of New JerseyBenefits of working with FRNFull Time positionsMedical, Dental, Vision, life, and disability insurance10 Paid holidaysUp to 2 floating holidaysAdditional paid time off last week of DecemberUp to 2 paid personal daysPaid vacation timeUp to 12 paid sick daysTechnology providedOngoing training opportunities for all staff