Support Coordinator job at Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri in Poplar Bluff, MO

Title: Support Coordinator (Poplar Bluff, MO) Location: Poplar Bluff, MO Department/Program: Developmental Disability Services Primary Shift: M-F, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Hybrid Options Available) Job Classification: Full -Time FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Salary: $18.00 - $19.00 per Hour Travel Required (Y/N, %): Y, 25% (local) Job Description: Why you’ll love this position: Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? Join us as a Support Coordinator and take on a rewarding case manager role, where you’ll oversee a moderate caseload involving diverse disability areas. This position is perfect for someone with a foundational understanding of case management and planning, eager to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced social service environment. You’ll be working in a faith-based setting with a variety of populations, so your ability to handle complex situations with care and responsibility is essential. If you're dedicated to supporting vulnerable clients and ready to contribute to the community, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our team. What You’ll Do: Manage a caseload of moderate size and complexity normally involving a wide range of disabilities in a designated county area. Interview clients, their families, and other responsible individuals; collects basic data and obtains appropriate additional information from other agencies; participates in inter-disciplinary teams to review each case. Document daily activities in daily case notes. Complete assessments, and other documentation concerning the client's case. Develop, in cooperation with other staff, a Person Centered Plan (individual support plan) for each client. Attend inter-disciplinary team meetings to discuss client cases in relation to funding eligibility, support plans, progress, and possible changes in the service program. Prepare purchase-of-service authorizations and arrange for clients to access services. Monthly or quarterly monitor services to ensure that the terms of the authorization are being fulfilled by the vendor, to review quality of services, and to review client satisfaction and progress with services. Contact families at least quarterly to review progress and appropriateness of service. Attend staff meetings concerning new or revised policies and procedures. Visit provider service agencies, attend meetings, and confer with other Support Coordinators concerning provider resources for persons with intellectual disabilities/developmental disabilities. Review literature and confer with other Support Coordinators concerning theories and practices in the fields of social work, psychology, special education, and health care for persons with intellectual disabilities/developmental disabilities. Conduct client assessments involving the use of specialized knowledge and applications approved by the Department of Mental Health, Division of Developmental Disabilities. Prepare and maintain accurate expenditure records. Receive close supervision from the Support Coordinator Supervisor. Perform other related work as assigned Catholic Social Teachings Possesses a strong commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities, including the understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and the ability to demonstrate the philosophy and values of the agency. The identity of the agency is clearly Catholic, and as such, Catholic Charities adheres to the social and moral teachings of the Catholic Church All you need for success: Minimum Qualifications Required: Registered Nurse licensed; or Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) or equivalent human service degree. Per the Missouri State Department of Mental Health, Division of Developmental Disabilities, to be qualified as support coordinators (case managers) for targeted case management services, staff must meet at least the minimum experience and training qualifications for the position of Case Manager I with the Division of DD. These qualifications are the same as the minimum required for a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP). This position requires a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance Preferred: Experience working with those who have developmental disabilities. Experience in thorough and timely case management, and related software/computer skills Job ID 2296896 If you have questions about this position, please contact: Human Resources, [email protected], or 417-368-0914 www.ccsomo.org/careers/ Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply tot his job