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San Andreas Regional Center

Case Manager, Early Intervention

San Andreas Regional Center, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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San Andreas Regional Center . San Andreas Regional Center (SARC)

SARC is one of 21 regional centers in California, funded by the State and rooted in the values of the Lanterman Act. As a community-based nonprofit, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in living full, independent, and inclusive lives. Job Summary

The Early Start Service Coordinator at SARC is responsible for coordinating and facilitating services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities. This role involves working closely with families, service providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure that children receive the necessary early intervention services and support to reach their full potential. The Service Coordinator plays a key role in improving the lives of children and their families through assessment, planning, and ongoing support. Essential Job Functions

The Early Start Service Coordinator collaborates in psychosocial and developmental screening assessments in the home environment. Must demonstrate a strong commitment to serving the community by being willing to travel extensively within assigned catchment areas. Conduct vital home visits in diverse settings, with a particular emphasis on the child and family's natural environment. Develop Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) in collaboration with families and other professionals. Facilitate communication and coordination among various service providers, therapists, and specialists. Coordinate services for infants and families; determining ongoing eligibility of clients at age 3. Complete required forms, documentation, and reports according to regulations and SARC policies. Promote advocacy by parents and help parents become their children's teachers in everyday life skills. Schedule and facilitate annual reviews, semi-annual reviews, transition planning conferences, clinical consultations, and ID/IFSP Team meetings as required. Work collaboratively with service providers and community partners to develop and monitor a child's progress. Maintain accurate records of assessments, IFSPs and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Support child's transition from Early Start to educational services available after age 3. Provide advocacy, education, assist in crisis intervention, and other support for families, individuals, and care homes. Transfer, synthesize, and report individual statistical data as requested, including state surveys, internal surveys, and community agency surveys. Participate in internal and external committees for public education, improving internal agency functions, and promoting positive communication with external agencies. Participate in in-service and out-service training to increase knowledge and skills. Stay up to date with current early intervention practices and regulations through continuous professional development. Serve as Officer of the Day (OD) as assigned. Complete required non-individual related documentation, including travel input, verification of time input and logs, monthly activity forms, and other forms as required. Gather data and produce initial and/or ongoing assessments. Present assessment data to Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for eligibility determination. Facilitate the planning process and develop the Individualized Family Service Plan for assigned individuals and oversee the implementation of the IFSP. Monitor and evaluate the services provided through the plan. Advocate with individuals/families to assure provision of needed services. Initiate and follow up on referrals to existing community resources. Identify areas of unmet needs. Perform tasks that relate to fiscal and accountability requirements. Provide assistance to existing and in the development of new community services. Complete all required caseload documentation. Develop expertise in accessing generic resources. Assure that all individuals and families are informed verbally and in writing of their right to appeal every decision. Know Part C Federal Regulations, State Regulation, and Lanterman. Implement SARC policies and procedures. Collaborate effectively in crisis situations such as CPS. Perform annual, semi-annual, transition planning and quarterly visits as required. Complete all job functions in a timely manner. Demonstrate good overall organization of work. Strong oral and written communication skills. Basic understanding of clinical issues and child development. Perform other duties as assigned. Keep Supervisor informed of caseload status. Collaborate with the family in obtaining essential diagnosis and evaluation. Be a team player and work well with providers in the community. Monthly Stipend for Bilingual Speaking

Monthly stipend for bilingual speaking. Benefits

Employees receive free medical coverage, free dental and vision insurance for dependents, a CalPERS pension plan, a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Five days of paid education leave per fiscal year. Vacation time, sick leave, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays. Life insurance, with options for additional coverage. Access to an employee discounts portal full of great deals. Flexible work schedules and select hybrid positions promote a healthy and balanced work-life experience. Requirements

Education/Experience:

A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college, or a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work plus four years of relevant experience is required. Waiver possible by Executive Director if necessary. Special Skills and Knowledge:

Knowledge of principles, objectives and techniques of social work; individual and group behavior; human growth; developmental of family relationships; medical-psycho-socio-economic factors; techniques of intervention, referral and follow-up; ability to relate in a constructive manner; prepare and present oral and written reports; maintain case records in a clear, concise, timely manner. Other:

Use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law, OR ability to provide for independent transportation. Salary:

$6,101.00 - $7,422.00 per month. Seniority level

Entry level. Employment type

Full-time. Job function

Other. Industries

Non-profit Organizations.

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