What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Support Coordination position at THERAPEUTIC ALTERNATIVES INC?
For over 40 years, Alternatives, Inc. has been dedicated to providing the best in support services to adults with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illnesses. Services include Residential, Behavior Support, Support Coordination and Recreation. We have seen great growth in the past few years, which has stretched our coverage area to include Warren, sussex, Hunterdon, Morris, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth & Ocean counties. This expansion would not be possible without our dedicated staff members working on the front lines.
We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Support Coordination to lead our team in delivering exceptional services to individuals with I/DD and their families. This role involves overseeing the Support Coordination department operating in multiple Counties throughout NJ. The position is remote but requires some days to be worked out of the Raritan, NJ office as well as commuting to client's homes, and other services providers throughout Morris, Union, Sussex, and Middlesex Counties as needed.
Role Of a Support Coordinator
Change Lives, Build Futures!
Must possess valid NJ/NY/PA driver's license
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We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Support Coordination to lead our team in delivering exceptional services to individuals with I/DD and their families. This role involves overseeing the Support Coordination department operating in multiple Counties throughout NJ. The position is remote but requires some days to be worked out of the Raritan, NJ office as well as commuting to client's homes, and other services providers throughout Morris, Union, Sussex, and Middlesex Counties as needed.
Role Of a Support Coordinator
- Supervise a team of SCS and SC staff
- Monitoring ISPs, MMTs, deliverables
- Billing
- Market services in Counties with schools, service providers and families
- Develops and monitors client Service Plans (NJISP)
- Engages in monthly, quarterly and annual contact with clients as required
- Provides documentation related to billing
- Maintains contact with external agencies providing direct services
- Maintains electronic records via the irecord and internal agency databases
- Positive Communication Skills
- Compassion
- Reliability & Dedication
- Desire to make a difference
- Ethical and moral values
- Professionalism
- Excellent customer service
- Bachelor's Degree required with minimum of 2 years documented experience as a Support Coordination Supervisor (SCS) with a DDD approved SCA
- Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks/drug screen
- Clear tuberculosis screening
- A valid driver's license, no more than 5 points or DUI in last 3 years
- Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration and Positive Behavioral Support Training
- All employees are required to complete 10-15 trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis
- Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using Go To Meeting
- All trainings are paid
- Paid training
- Annual Longevity Increases
- Staff Appreciation events
- Health and Wellness fairs
- Employee Recognition Awards
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Mileage reimbursement
- For a full list of benefits, click here
Change Lives, Build Futures!
Must possess valid NJ/NY/PA driver's license
- In order to be eligible for employment, applicant must not have more than 5 points on their driving record and no DUIs within the last 3 years.**
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