Support Coordinator (3537)
For over 40 years, Alternatives, Inc. has been dedicated to providing the best in support services to adults with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illnesses. Services include Residential, Behavior Support, Support Coordination and Recreation. We have seen great growth in the past few years, which has stretched our coverage area to include Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth & Ocean counties. This expansion would not be possible without our dedicated staff members working on the front lines.
Support Coordinators make it their mission to ensure individuals seeking services are matched to the appropriate service provider.
Role of a Support Coordinator:
- Investigates and develops community based resources for clients
- Develops and monitors client Service Plans (NJISP)
- Engages in monthly, quarterly and annual contact with clients as required
- Provides documentation related to billing
- Maintains contact with external agencies providing direct services to clients on caseload
- Maintains electronic records via the irecord and internal agency databases
Desired Qualities of a Support Coordinator:
- Positive Communication Skills
- Compassion
- Reliability & Dedication
- Desire to make a difference
- Ethical and moral values
- Professionalism
- Excellent customer service
Training:
- All employees are required to complete 10-15 trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis
- Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using Go To Meeting
- All trainings are paid
So why should you apply...? Here are just SOME of the incentives for being part of our team!
- Paid training
- Annual Longevity Increases
- Staff Appreciation events
- Health and Wellness fairs
- Employee Recognition Awards
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Mileage reimbursement
- For a full list of benefits, click here
We invite you to apply and become part of the Alternatives team and make a difference!
Change Lives, Build Futures!
Support Coordinator
Full-Time
BA Required; Support Coordination experience preferred
Computer skills a must !
Must possess valid NJ/NY/PA driver's license
**In order to be eligible for employment, applicant must not have more than 5 points on their driving record and no DUIs within the last 3 years.**
Alternatives, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.