What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supports Coordinator position at Merakey?
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Supports Coordinatorto join our team at our program in Lackawanna County.
Position Details
Our Supports Coordinatorwill be responsible for a caseload in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania.
- The main function of this position is to assist and support the individuals in maximizing their "everyday life."
- The principles and practices of Positive Approaches and Self-Determination will be the driving influences in the provision of support services.
- The person in this position will have the responsibility of assisting each individuals in the development of their Annual Support Plan, based on the results of specific assessments designed to develop outcomes appropriate to the individual's "personal vision."
- The person in this position will maintain regular communication and contact with each individual in order to ensure that all aspects of needed/necessary supports are in tact.Benefits
Merakey offers Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plan, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and much more!
To Apply
To fill out an on-line application – www.merakey.org/careers
Requisition number: 74264
About Merakey
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavior health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our believe that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Requirements:Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
- The minimum requirement for this position is an appropriate Bachelor's Degree from a college of university, which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, special education or other related social sciences.
- Must also have a valid Driver's License, State Police, FBI and Child Abuse Clearances.
- Flexibility of time and work hours is necessary in this position. There may be a need for evening and/or weekend hours, dependent on the needs of the individuals receiving support.
