Employment and Community Services Coordinator

Job description

We are hiring for: Employment and Community Services Coordinator Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! The Employment and Community Services Coordinator assists individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in finding employment within the community. This position also coordinates periodic service delivery needs for members in community settings. The coordinator may provide job coaching that encourages independence and skill building and is responsible for program oversight and delivery of services. This role may coordinate services and supervise job coaches or Direct Support Professionals providing employment or other periodic services. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Possess and maintain knowledge of each waiver’s regulations for employment and community-based services. Communicate regularly with the Support Coordinators and other stakeholders Complete detailed documentation of each Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP) or Individual Support Plan (ISP). Monitor implementation of PCSPs and other therapy plans. Perform intake and enrollment assessments, person-centered planning, and ongoing maintenance and monitoring of overall service provision and each individuals well-being. Partner with members and families to identify needed supports and direct services to meet personal goals for good health, employment and independent or community living. Collaborate with a team of clinical and social support colleagues to meet the physical, behavioral health and long-term service needs of each member. Conduct thorough and objective face-to-face visits with and assess each individuals situation to determine current status and needs, including physical, behavioral, functional, psycho-social, financial, and employment and independent living expectations. Utilize criteria for authorizing appropriate home and community-based services and confirm those services are being provided and that individuals needs are being met. Complete Employment Plans per authorization and submit for approval and billing of employment services. Work in community settings to promote employment services for persons supported and find locations where services can be provided. Participate in on-call rotation determined by unit needs. Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position may have supervisory responsibilities based on the size of the program MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of 18 years of age required. High school diploma or equivalent, required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Supervisory experience preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required. Obtain Employment certification to meet state mandated requirements for the delivery of employment services. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Regularly required to lift 20 lbs. Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs. Must be able to pull a minimum of 20 lbs. Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop. Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Required to regularly stand and walk. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing, and lifting. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Must be able to talk and hear. RHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, prohibits discrimination based on the following protected categories: race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender, marital status, civil status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or disability. Pre-employment screening: Complete criminal background Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities) Drug testing Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements. Proof of employment history or references (if required) Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals. We offer the following benefits to employees: Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday! Employee perks and discount program : to help you save money! Paid Time Off (full-time employees only) Health/Insurance (full-time employees only) 401(k) retirement savings program Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees) Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities *contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center. About RHA: At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes. For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.