Service Coordinator- Syracuse, NY

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About St. Johns Community Services

St. Johns Community Services (SJCS) is committed to supporting and advocating for people of all abilities. SJCS works to cultivate caring communities to ensure that all people have the opportunity to thrive, and no one is left behind. We support individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as adults and children experiencing hunger and homelessness in 4 states and the District of Columbia.

At SJCS, we pride ourselves in meeting every person we support where they are, learning who they are, and affirming their individuality, unique strengths, and hopes. Its why we exist. Advancing inclusive communities where every person, regardless of circumstances, has the right and opportunity to live their best life is our mission, and our mission is what drives us and is at the heart of our services and programs.

What are we looking for?
We are seeking a TBI Service Coordinator for the Syracuse Region to join our team. The Service Coordinator will provide participant-guided service coordination to individuals living in the community and enrolled in the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Waiver and Nursing Home Transition and Diversion (NHTD) Waiver programs.

Essential responsibilities include the following:

• • Establish and maintain regular contact, including face-to-face and in-home visits with program participants.
  • Inform individuals and/or their legal guardians of their rights and responsibilities as a waiver participant, provide advocacy, and ensure that these rights are protected in service delivery.
  • Complete assessments and facilitate the ongoing development of and updates to Individual Service Plans (ISPs).
  • Facilitate regular Team Meetings, coordinate and monitor services among multiple providers.
  • Respond to participant emergencies and address problems in service provision, support the participant in self-advocacy and problem solving.
  • Provide referrals and linkages to resources, supports, and services.
  • Maintain accurate and timely service records that meet regulatory requirements.
  • Adherence to SJCS mission, core values, guiding principles, business standards and administrative practices.

The hiring range for this position ranges from $23 - $26 hourly and is dependent on location and experience.

Other benefits include the following:

• Medical, dental, vision, STD, and other benefits and company contributions
• Retirement plans.
• Company paid LTD.
• Connectivity reimbursements (some employees)
• PTO, Vacation, and sick leave
• Flexibility
• Helping other people live their best life!

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

This list of responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this position is not in its entirety as other duties may be assigned and are expected to be followed.

You will catch our eye if you have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• • Familiarity with community-based services and resources in the designated region (currently recruiting for Syracuse and Southern Tier regions).
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with participants, families, and various service providers.
  • Commitment to person-centered practices and service planning led by the program participant.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented
  • Exceptional organizational, time management, and record keeping skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with electronic medical record/ care management databases.

Qualifications include:

• • 3-6 years experience providing case management/service coordination, linkages and referrals regarding community-based services for individuals with disabilities and/or seniors;
  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in related field;

Any other acceptable combination of education and professional experience

Additional Requirements:

• Must meet SJCS and regulatory health and background requirements.
• Access to reliable transportation for reimbursable travel.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Do you think that you are a great fit for this position? We are waiting for you to join our team! Apply today on our company website SJCS Careers to be considered.