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Vinfen

Autism Support Broker

Vinfen, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Vinfen . The Autism Support Broker (ASB) works with families of individuals with an autism diagnosis to help them build a team, communicate with service providers, research, and acquire additional funding and support systems to build a self-directed network. Through a collaborative team effort, the ASB helps facilitate communication and relationships across multiple disciplines of service providers. The ASB also ensures programs meet quality standards and adhere to regulations set by funding sources. Responsibilities Meets with families in their homes at least once a month (more often as needed) and schedules and attends quarterly progress review meetings for each waiver participant on their caseload. Meets at least monthly with the DDS Autism Clinical Manager and/or other relevant DDS staff to review individual cases. Remains available and flexible to respond to family needs on a regular basis, including weeknights and weekend days as needed; may be reachable by phone, text, or other communication methods on flexible hours. Facilitates the development of the child’s person-centered Autism Support Plan and participates in the development and implementation of the Autism Plan of Care, including entering and maintaining data in DDS consumer databases. Supports the family in developing a budget based on the Autism Support Plan and Plan of Care. Assists the family to review the waiver participant’s budget monthly with support from the Fiscal Employer/Agent (FEA) website and monthly reports. Benefits and Compensation Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans for employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more, with employer contributions toward medical insurance. Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance with option to purchase additional voluntary Short-Term disability insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care). Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance. Generous paid time off (for employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days vacation, 11 paid holidays, 10 sick days, 3 personal days. Educational Assistance and Remission Programs. $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap. Other benefits including discounted YMCA memberships and discounted movie tickets. About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization providing community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services promote recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination. Vinfen supports 3,500 employees across over 550 sites in Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information, visit www.vinfen.org/careers. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field (such as special education, psychology, or applied behavior analysis) with three years of experience working with young children with autism and their families. In lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree, an Associate’s Degree in a related field with five years of experience. A minimum of three years’ experience in progressively responsible human services roles, including at least one in the autism community. CPR and First Aid required within two weeks of hire. MAP certification required within 150 days of hire. NET and Safety Care (no restraints) required within 90 days of hire. Other training as assigned. Pay

Range: USD $27.00 per hour. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Mental Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vinfen. Get notified about new Broker jobs in Boston, MA.

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