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Family support coordinator

Wakefield
Communitas, Inc
Support coordinator
Posted: 22 July
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About us!

Empowering People. Supporting Independence. Inspiring Dreams.

Here at Communitas, we are dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their life span and in their communities.

Why work for us?
As a Communitas employee, you are the heart, soul, and foundation of our agency’s mission and contribute to a positive, meaningful, and lasting impact in the lives of others. We want to welcome you to a workplace dedicated to rewarding our valued employees for their commitment, and supporting their well-being through efforts such as:
| Competitive Tiered Pay Rates | Low-Cost Benefits | Flexible Schedules | Opportunities for Advancement |
| Quarterly Appreciation Events | Tuition Reimbursement | Supportive Coworkers | Compassion-centric Environment |


The role!

Position: Family Support Coordinator
Location: Wakefield, MA
Pay rate: $24 - $25.50 per hour depending upon Education level
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours Status: Exempt

Benefits of Working for us!

* Tiered pay increases based on years of service, pending performance evaluations
* 4 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees
* Low-cost benefitplans – Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
* Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment
Summary & Responsibilities

Family Support Coordinators assist families who have sons and daughters eligible for DDS services (Department of Developmental Services). This person will provide home-based services to families to assist in identifying their needs in a way as to translate their needs into services and community supports.
Responsibilities and Duties for Department of Developmental Services (DDS):
* Inform the family and assists them in accessing supports and services that exist within the community.
* Assists families in obtaining all state and federal entitlement benefits such as SSI, CommonHealth clinical/medical supports, and behavioral supports
* Have an understanding of the Massachusetts Special Education Laws
* Assists families in working with collaterals
* Collaborate with other agencies
* Supervise support staff working in families homes
For Department of Children and Families (DCF):
* Attend all Intake and Review Meetings at DCF
* Develop and Implement Individualized Family Treatment Plans
* Document progress and prepare reports for DCF review meetings
* Complete discharge summaries for all families and all necessary documents on I Family Net
* Identify services and teach skills to aid parents in keeping, or returning their children home
* Have knowledge of child development
* Sensitivity to poverty and cultural issues
Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Education, Human Services or a related field is required. Master's Degree position is also available.
* Up to two years of family support case management experience preferred
* A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must
* Valid Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record
* Must pass company background and reference checks

Check out our website: https://communitasma.org/

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