What are the responsibilities and job description for the Provider Service Coord position at Community Options Job Board?
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are actively seeking a Provider Service Coordinator in Dallas, TX. The Provider Services Coordinator (PSC) assesses the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and identifies potential support services. The PSC is responsible for coordinating support services that promote the learning and development of physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills.
Responsibilities
- Advocate for the needs and choices of individuals in our care
- Assist with determining appropriate support services during the placement and transition process
- Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person-Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
- Develop and monitor training goals and objectives that align with the ISP/PCP
- Communicate with the families and guardians of individuals we support as needed
- Identify, develop, and coordinate community resources and support
- Initiate level of care assessments when an individual has experienced a significant change in their ability to function independently in the community
- Submit required documentation to maintain eligibility for government assistance programs
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Serve as an active member on each individual’s planning team
- Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
- May perform the role of Direct Support Professional as necessary when staffing needs arise
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED with two years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred; May be required in some states
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
- Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
- Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
Working Conditions
- May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
- Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
- May be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
- May be required to lift or move 25 pounds
- May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory individuals
- May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable disease
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Incredible career growth opportunities
If interested, please click apply now or send resume to: Resumes-DA@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
