Career Opportunity


Posted August 25, 2010

 

Quality Progressions is currently seeking resumes’ for the position of Supports Coordinator at our Philadelphia location. This position is full time and requires a Bachelor’s degree in an applicable Human Service Field. The Supports Coordinator LOCATES, MONITORS and COORDINATES services for people with Intellectual Disabilities

Supports Coordinator Job Description:

The Supports Coordinator will engage individuals and their families in the development of plans that assure the needs of the consumers are addressed and life opportunities expanded, assist in the choice of services and supports, coordinate the provision of services and supports, and monitor the delivery of services and supports.

The candidate will promote individuality, choice and control. The position will be performed consistently with the values, principles, and philosophy of The Philadelphia Office of Mental Retardation Services.

The employee will have a strong belief that people with Mental Retardation can achieve outcomes and be valued and can contribute to their community.

The person must be proficient in the use of computers and HAVE A CAR. Bilingual a plus!

Requirements

 - Must have Human Services related Bachelor's degree

 - MUST HAVE CAR

 - Completes assessments to identify each person's needs and desires.

 - Assists the person to develop their Individual Support Plan (ISP). Updates the ISP as needed and at least annually. This is completed with a person centered approach.

 - Supports the person to identify the outcomes they want to achieve and assuring that the ISP addresses these.

 - Identifies the services that will meet the consumer's needs and wishes. Completes the referrals. Coordinates the services the person is receiving. Resolves any barriers to the delivery of service. This involves knowing a full array of options and knowing where to learn of others as needs and interest warrant.

 - Monitors the services to assure they are being delivered as planned and that the outcomes that were identified are being achieved. Monitors to assure the person is safe and in the best health.

 - Assists in identifying and sustaining the person's support network including family, friends, and associates.

 - Assists in arranging for and effectively managing generic resources and generic supports.

 - Develops a professional working relationship with the families and consumers on their caseload. This involves getting to know each person we support.  

 - Bilingual a plus!

 - Must be proficient in the use of computers

Base Pay: $31,000 /Year

Contact Information, please send resumes to:

Adrienne Hill at: ahill@qualityprogressions.org