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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Disability Services Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing services for individuals with disabilities, ensuring they receive the support and resources they need to thrive. This role involves working closely with clients, families, and service providers to develop and implement individualized plans that address each client's unique needs. The Disability Services Coordinator will also be responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of services, advocating for clients' rights, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, a strong understanding of disability services, and a commitment to promoting inclusion and accessibility. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement individualized service plans for clients.
- Coordinate and manage services for individuals with disabilities.
- Work closely with clients, families, and service providers.
- Monitor the effectiveness of services and make adjustments as needed.
- Advocate for clients' rights and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Provide information and resources to clients and their families.
- Conduct assessments to determine clients' needs and eligibility for services.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client interactions and services provided.
- Collaborate with other professionals and agencies to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
- Organize and facilitate meetings and case conferences.
- Develop and deliver training and workshops for clients, families, and service providers.
- Stay informed about current trends and best practices in disability services.
- Assist clients in accessing community resources and support networks.
- Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.
- Ensure that services are delivered in a culturally competent and inclusive manner.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in disability services or a related field.
- Strong understanding of disability services and relevant laws and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with clients, families, and service providers.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to develop and implement individualized service plans.
- Experience conducting assessments and evaluations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to promoting inclusion and accessibility.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
- Experience providing crisis intervention and support.
- Knowledge of community resources and support networks.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working with individuals with disabilities?
- How do you develop and implement individualized service plans?
- What strategies do you use to advocate for clients' rights?
- How do you ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to handle a crisis situation?
- How do you stay informed about current trends and best practices in disability services?
- What is your approach to working with clients, families, and service providers?
- How do you handle sensitive and confidential information?
- Can you describe a time when you had to make adjustments to a service plan?
- What experience do you have with case management software?