• Family Support Coordinator

    Communitas, Inc. (Wakefield, MA)


    About us!

     

    Empowering People. Supporting Independence. Inspiring Dreams.

     

    Here at Communitas, we are dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their life span and in their communities.

     

    Why work for us?

     

    As a Communitas employee, you are the heart, soul, and foundation of our agency’s mission and contribute to a positive, meaningful, and lasting impact in the lives of others. We want to welcome you to a workplace dedicated to rewarding our valued employees for their commitment, and supporting their well-being through efforts such as:

     

    | Competitive Tiered Pay Rates | Low-Cost Benefits | Flexible Schedules | Opportunities for Advancement |

     

    | Quarterly Appreciation Events | Tuition Reimbursement | Supportive Coworkers | Compassion-centric Environment |

     

    The role!

     

    Position: Family Support Coordinator

     

    Pay rate: $24 - $25.50 per hour depending upon Education level

     

    Hours: Full-time, 40 hours                                                                                                                                  Status: Exempt

     

    Benefits of Working for us!

     

    + Tiered pay increases based on years of service, pending performance evaluations

    + 4 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees

    + Low-cost benefit plans – Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage

    + Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment

     

    Summary & Responsibilities

     

    Family Support Coordinators assist families who have sons and daughters eligible for DDS services (Department of Developmental Services). This person will provide home-based services to families to assist in identifying their needs in a way as to translate their needs into services and community supports.

    Responsibilities and Duties for Department of Developmental Services (DDS):

    + Inform the family and assists them in accessing supports and services that exist within the community.

    + Assists families in obtaining all state and federal entitlement benefits such as SSI, CommonHealth clinical/medical supports, and behavioral supports

    + Have an understanding of the Massachusetts Special Education Laws

    + Assists families in working with collaterals

    + Collaborate with other agencies

    + Supervise support staff working in families homes

    For Department of Children and Families (DCF):

    + Attend all Intake and Review Meetings at DCF

    + Develop and Implement Individualized Family Treatment Plans

    + Document progress and prepare reports for DCF review meetings

    + Complete discharge summaries for all families and all necessary documents on I Family Net

    + Identify services and teach skills to aid parents in keeping, or returning their children home

    + Have knowledge of child development

    + Sensitivity to poverty and cultural issues

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Education, Human Services or a related field is required. Master's Degree position is also available.

    + Up to two years of family support case management experience preferred

    + A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must

    + Valid Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record

    + Must pass company background and reference checks

     

    Check out our website: https://communitasma.org/

     

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