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State of Missouri · 2 days ago

Support Coordinator

St Charles, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The State of Missouri is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. They are seeking a Support Coordinator to assist individuals with developmental disabilities by facilitating effective communication, collaboration, and access to resources for well-being and self-direction.

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Responsibilities

Be a knowledgeable, adaptable and ethical professional

Develop and maintain a relationship with the individual and their team to facilitate effective communication and collaboration to promote well-being

Enhance the individual’s capacity for self-direction through ensuring awareness of rights and responsibilities, and facilitating access to resources

Engage the team in a person-centered planning process that results in an integrated and comprehensive plan that is reflective of and responsive to the strengths, interests, needs, and desired outcomes of the individual in all areas of their life

Assist the support team to cultivate an array of resources that meet the needs of the person, including paid and non-paid supports

Facilitate the exploration and acquisition of paid supports from a variety of funding sources

Conduct in-person visits to monitor for quality services to ensure the services maximize the use of support dollars to meet identified goals and minimize risks

Qualification

Bachelor's degreeDevelopmental DisabilitiesEthical professionalismCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree; or a Bachelor's Degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience; or a Registered Nurse

Knowledgeable, adaptable and ethical professional

Skills and knowledge to support persons with Developmental Disabilities and their families that are consistent with State and national policies and practices