West Michigan Supports Coordinator — Make a Difference

Easterseals MORC Logo; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dependent care reimbursement

Paid Leave Options

Mileage reimbursement

Student loan repayment options

Pet Insurance

Wellness Programs

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Easterseals MORC is seeking a Supports Coordinator to serve Grand Rapids, MI. This on-site role focuses on case management, connecting individuals with services, and developing person-centered plans for recovery and independence.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, have at least one year of experience with mental disability services, and possess a Michigan driver's license. PSLF benefits and other support options are highlighted in the perks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: at least 1 year working with a person with a mental disability.
• Valid Michigan Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• 1. Engage individuals in a welcoming, hopeful, empathic manner regardless of disability or recovery phase.
• 2. Screen for co-occurring disorders and identify substance abuse criteria.
• 3. Assess needs, maintain caseload, develop goals with stage-based plans; complete referrals and docs.
• 4. Advocate and connect to supports, utilizing community resources.
• 5. Educate on social determinants of health and resources.
• 6. Identify relapse triggers; develop relapse prevention and crisis plans.
• 7. Maintain productivity with an average of three billable hours per week per client.
• 8. Provide supports coordination for individuals, families, and guardians; monitor living arrangements and placements.
• 9. Attend team meetings to review problems and plan solutions.

Education

Bachelors or better in Counseling

Bachelors or better in Criminal Justice

Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field

Bachelors or better in Psychology

Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field

Bachelors or better in Sociology

Job description

Easterseals MORC is seeking a Supports Coordinator to serve Grand Rapids, MI. This on-site role focuses on case management, connecting individuals with services, and developing person-centered plans for recovery and independence.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, have at least one year of experience with mental disability services, and possess a Michigan driver's license. PSLF benefits and other support options are highlighted in the perks.