Service Coordinator - Float (Part-Time)

The Service Coordinator - Float position is a part-time role within the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities, located at 1600 Watermark Drive, Columbus, OH. This role is essential in providing Service Coordination services for individuals with developmental disabilities, particularly during short-term vacancies in the department. The Service Coordinator will be responsible for managing caseloads, ensuring that individuals are linked with necessary services such as residential, medical, psychological, vocational, educational, financial, social, and transportation services. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying and referring eligible individuals to these services, as well as assisting them in accessing transportation-related services. In this role, the Service Coordinator will coordinate services among various service providers and monitor individual service and Habilitation Plans to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Advocacy is a key component of this position, as the Service Coordinator will work to preserve and maintain the rights and interests of individuals with developmental disabilities. The role also involves writing and preparing reports, correspondence, case notes, evaluations, and individual service plans, while maintaining current client files and records. The Service Coordinator will attend and conduct meetings related to assigned clients, consult with service providers to enhance existing services, and participate in public relations activities to promote awareness of effective Service Coordination services. Additionally, the position includes providing emergency and protective services to clients in need, investigating reports of abuse and neglect in accordance with state guidelines. The role is split between administrative tasks (60%) and practical experience (40%), which includes in-person home visits and meetings. Other related duties may be assigned as necessary.