Academic Support Coordinator jobs in Paramus, NJ

Job description

Advanced Disability Management Services have is seeking a passionate and self-motivated team player to provide case management and support coordination services to adults, age 21 and over, with developmental disabilities. Currently there is open positions in Morris county, NJ

The Support Coordinator works closely with the consumer and his/her family to learn about their skills, talents and interests, and then link them to appropriate supports and services in the surrounding community. An individualized service plan is created for the consumer, and the plan is monitored and adjusted by the Support Coordinator as needed. The Support Coordinator is also responsible for assisting the consumer in managing the budget that is allocated to them by DDD for various services and supports.

Qualified Candidates:

• Bachelor's degree in a social services field (social work, psychology, etc)
• At least 2 year documented professional experience working with DDD( Division of Developmental Disability)
• Ability to successfully relate to and communicate with people with disabilities, their families, other organizations, agencies, volunteers, and consumers;
• Working knowledge of programs and services, benefits, entitlements and supports available to persons with disabilities, as needed;
• Use innovative thinking to assist consumers and their families create high quality individualized service plans where potential services and agencies are identified;
• Serve as a liaison for consumers and their families and various statewide entities including, but not limited to: DDD, DHS, designated fiscal intermediary, and the Unusual Incident Reporting Unit;
• Collaborate and maintain relationships with various community partners to ensure familiarity and in-depth understanding of service options;
• Ability to maintain compliance with DDD policy and procedures, and adherence to established deadlines and benchmarks;
• Strong team player willing to take direction, initiate business activities and work with management staff and peers;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision to meet or exceed deadlines;
• Possess strong and effective spoken and written communication skills;
• Ability to organize work effectively, establish priorities and express self with a professional demeanor and presentation;
• Ability to cope with moderate to high levels of stress;
• Experience using Microsoft Office
• Bilingual Spanish is A Plus

ADMSNJ is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. The position is full-time and is based in New Jersey.

Job Type: Full-time and Part time.

Pay: $62,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Paramus, NJ 07652: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person