Service Coordinator - Bishop at Kern Regional Center

Bishop, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

31.97

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Service Coordination, Advocacy, Individual Program Plan, Person Center Plan, Community Resources, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Organizational Skills, Computer Skills, Bilingual, Progress Reports, Reassessments, Program Effectiveness, Transportation, Regulations Knowledge

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Kern Regional Center is one of 21 private, non-profit regional centers contracted by the State of California through the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to coordinate community-based services and support for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Kern Regional Center services over 10,000 individuals in Kern, Inyo and Mono Counties. Our counties cover approximately 22,000 square miles with a population of over 945,000 people. Kern Regional Center is looking for dedicated Service Coordinator/Case Manager who is ready for the next challenge. This individual will provide overall service coordination, advocacy, services arrangement for consumers and families. They will be responsible for the development and implementation of the consumer’s Individual Program Plan (IPP), Person Center Plan (PCP), progress reports and the consumer’s annual reviews, who are in traditional and/or Self-Determination Program. The individual may provide follow-up, reassessments and periodic review of consumer’s progress and program effectiveness. They may be required to seeks community resources and provide information and referral. The Service Coordinator may initiate the purchase of vendored services and monitors service delivery. They will be required to keep abreast of state and federal regulations, agency policies and procedures, and guidelines related to consumer services. Requirements The ideal candidate: BA/BS degree preferably human services or human behavioral science such as social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, criminal, and child development and two (2) years of experience working with the developmentally disable or appropriate experience. Any combination of education and experience may be considered. Bilingual language fluency (Spanish/English) highly desired. is detailed-oriented and highly organized. has strong overall computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, as well as industry specific. has strong written and verbal communication skills. Provide timely and responsive customer service, communicating with others respectfully and effectively in person, on the phone, by email or in writing. Must have valid driver's license, DMV printout, and reliable transportation. Top Perks and Benefits As part of the Kern Regional Center team, you will be able to enjoy: Generous health, dental and vision plan for employee and their dependents Generous paid time off Life, AD&D, Long Term Disability Plans Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Various voluntary insurance and retirement plans Salary range for this position $23.86 to $31.97 per hour Starting salary range $23.86 to $26.30 per hour For the full job description or questions, please email dept.hr@kernrc.org Kern Regional Center is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team.

Responsibilities

The Service Coordinator will provide overall service coordination and advocacy for consumers and families, including the development and implementation of Individual Program Plans. They will also monitor service delivery and keep abreast of relevant regulations and agency policies.