Service Coordinator - Early Childhood

Description

THE ORGANIZATION

Alta California Regional Center (ACRC) is a non-profit agency under contract to the State of California and for 50 years has provided the coordination of services to individuals with developmental disabilities. ACRC employs approximately 900+ persons working out of eight offices in a ten-county area. ACRC is one of 21 Regional Centers in California.

COMPENSATION

The below is dependent upon experience and education.

• •Service Coordinator I: $24.80 - $28.69/hr.
• •Service Coordinator II: $27.34 - $31.64/hr. (must possess 5 years of experience working in a Regional Center as a Service Coordinator)
• •Service Coordinator IIIB: $29.10 - $33.68/hr. (must possess a master's degree and 1-year social work experience)
• •Service Coordinator IIIA: $32.13 - $37.18/hr. (must a possess a master's degree and 2-years post-masters experience)

Note: Master’s degrees in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Child Development, Special Education, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, Nursing, Rehabilitation Counseling, and Sociology or closely related field.

The actual amount offered within this range will depend on a variety of factors including skills and abilities, education, experience, and other relevant job-related factors. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

THE POSITION AND JOB SUMMARY

ACRC is seeking a Service Coordinator to provide case management and advocacy for persons with developmental disabilities. This position is currently located in the Sacramento office, and may have cases anywhere in the area. This position serves children with developmental disabilities ages 3-5. Responsibilities include participation in the development of the Individual Program Plan (IPP); monitoring the IPP and assisting with revisions as necessary; assisting clients and their families in acquiring and maintaining assessed supports and services; serving as an advocate for the client with community agencies; consulting with and assisting vendors with certifications, applications and referrals; completion of all required forms, documentation and reports; rotate officer-of-the-day duties with other staff; assist co-workers with special projects, unique problems, vacation and sick relief as required; provide emergency on-call services to assigned clients when required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Extensive sitting at workstation, in meetings, and in vehicle (50%+ of time); Frequent standing and walking; Adequate manual dexterity and coordination to operate standard office equipment, such as computer, keyboard and mouse, copier, scanner, etc.; Hearing and vision corrected to normal range for operation of standard office equipment, transcription of documents and administration of electronic records; Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and stretching; Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. while moving paperwork, supplies, and other office materials; Ability to independently visit off site locations (i.e. client, group, residential and day programs, etc.); Occasional travel outside of catchment area of distances of 100+miles.

SUMMARY OF OUTSTANDING BENEFITS

ACRC offers an excellent working environment and a benefits package to include:

• •90% employer-paid health insurance plus low-cost dependent coverage including domestic partners
• •100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance for employees plus dependents
• •100% employer-paid employee life insurance coverage
• •100% employer-paid long term disability coverage
• •flexible benefits pre-tax spending program
• •CalPERS employee pension plan; and 457 and 403-B voluntary tax shelter annuities.

OTHER BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• •17-22 annual vacation days
• •12 annual sick days
• •15 paid holidays
• •Longevity leave
• •Employee Assistance Program, and many other generous benefits.

Many of our employees participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

This is intended to represent a general summary of benefit plans and coverages only.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess: a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field; demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills; and have strong time management and organization skills. One year of professional experience in social work or a related field (preferably in the field of developmental disabilities) is preferred. Other requirements and qualifications may apply.

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