Support Coordinator - Bergen/Passaic County

NLC Support•Piscataway, NJ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

NLC Support is seeking a self-motivated and compassionate individual with experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to serve as a full-time Support Coordinator for Bergen/Passaic Counties. This hybrid position requires field visits and travel within these counties. The agency is New Jersey's #1 Support Coordination Agency, dedicated to matching individuals' wants and needs with available community providers and services.

Requirements

One year of proven experience working with adults with developmental disabilities
Candidates must be able to take the initiative, work independently, make executive decisions when necessary, and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication
Reliable car
Flexibility to attend meetings when needed during the day
Candidates must be flexible to travel within these counties
Must pass criminal background and CARI check
Must reside in the State of New Jersey

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Needed
Experienced Support Coordinator

Responsibilities

Assessing service needs
Developing the New Jersey Individualized Service Plan (NJISP) for access to services
Liaison with clients, families, programs, and service providers
Establishing achievable goals, outcomes, and service eligibility
Development of a Person-Centered Planning Tool (PCPT)
Ongoing monthly monitoring of clients
Coordinate and facilitate team meetings off-site at either Residential and/or Day Programs to identify service needs