Support Coordinator - Essex/Bergen Counties in Summerset, New Jersey at COLUMBUS MEDICAL SERVICES LLC

The Columbus Organization is a nationally recognized provider of behavioral health and case management services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our team is committed to providing person-centered services that promote dignity, independence, and community integration.

This individual will make a difference in the lives of many by assisting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to access and coordinate needed support and services in community settings. Knowledge of social, economic, health or habilitative services is important, as is knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data. This person must have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to plan and develop individualized service plans. The support coordinator must evaluate and monitor service delivery and implement corrective action plans and must possess the ability to provide technical assistance regarding program and client issues. An effective communicator, this person will be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

1. A bachelor’s degree or higher in any field.

1. A minimum of 1 year of experience working with adult (18 or older) individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is required. This experience must be the equivalent of a year of full-time documented experience. It may include volunteer experience as well as being a family caregiver.

1. Mobile Worker: This is a mobile position, meaning that regular travel to different work locations is essential. Will be exposed to weather conditions typical of the location and may be required to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.

1. Reside in the same territory they are assigned to work in; exceptions may be considered, due to business need.

1. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

The Columbus Organization provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The Columbus Organization complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Columbus Organization expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of The Columbus Organization’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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