Human Services Coordinator I

Massachusetts
Worcester, MA
Category Social Services
Job Description
Role Overview

The Human Services Coordinator I is the primary contact for individuals and families served by the Department and are expected to effectively represent the Area Office by building respectful and collaborative partnerships with individuals, families, guardians, provider agencies and other stakeholder groups involving the work of the Area Office and Department. The role of the HSC I allows for some specialization to best meet the needs of DDS eligible individuals who are Children (under 18 years of age), who are transitioning to adult services, who live with Autism (both with and without an intellectual disability) AND who are adults.

What You Will Do

The HSC I coordinates and facilitates the development of Individual Service Plan (ISP) for individuals on assigned caseload, as well as monitors the implementation of services provided by DDS funded residential, day and support program providers. The HSC I ensures individuals on caseload receive appropriate services through arranging, organizing, and coordinating the Department of Developmental Services funded and generic support services in response to individual’s needs, while maintaining communication and outreach with community services and other state agencies.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The role of the HSC I allows for some specialization to best meet the needs of DDS eligible individuals who are Children (under 18 years of age), who are transitioning to adult services, who live with Autism (both with and without an intellectual disability) AND who are adults. The expectations and caseloads associated with each of these Service Coordinator roles vary due to the specialization.

Requirements

  • at least three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time, professional experience in human services work or social work
  • a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience
  • a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • outstanding suite of employee benefits
  • Employee Benefits and Rewards
  • paid holidays
  • healthcare
  • PTO
  • retirement
  • learning budget
  • parental leave
  • wellness
  • visa/relocation
  • remote flexibility
  • stipends
  • bonus/commission
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