COORDINATOR- SLS Bakersfield

Location: Bakersfield, CA 93263 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Medical/Health Relevant Work Experience: 1+ to 2 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Company: The MENTOR Network COORDINATOR- SLS Bakersfield COORDINATORCalifornia MENTOR- Supported Living Services Come join a fast-growing company dedicated to creating positive change in peoples’ lives! We are currently searching for a Coordinator to join our California team based in Bakersfield.  This position will perform professional human services work in the areas of overall client case management, regulatory compliance and caregiver supports.  Individual will need to exercise initiative and independent judgment.  In-depth analysis and evaluation of clients is required to creatively develop behavior plans within guidelines of state regulations. The MENTOR Network, a for-profit human services organization, is about helping people. We serve people with developmental disabilities, children with emotional and behavioral challenges, and people with acquired brain injury by offering community-based, residential, in-home and out-of-home services to fit each individual's needs and preferences.   Job responsibilities will include:Ø  Assess referred clients and develops and coordinates service plans.  Maintain current and complete client and reporting records.  Periodically provide transportation for clients in order to maintain necessary appointments. Ø  Conduct weekly home visits to ensure the health and safety of the clients receiving supportive living services, including but not limited to monitoring medication administration, reviewing medical needs and assisting with financial components as needed. Ø  Assist with all legal, licensing, regulatory, and certification activities as needed.  Maintain current and complete records and reports in accordance with corporate and regulatory standards. Ø  Provide on-call coverage for caseload and participates in rotational emergency coverage and crisis intervention support. Ø  Promote and market programs to funding sources, community agencies, families, and related groups.  Research and establish appropriate client and family community based services. Ø  Maintain considerable knowledge of the principles of psychology, case management, and social work and creatively apply them in the development of individualized service plans and in problem solving client situations. Ø  Appropriately use experience and familiarity with the behavior characteristics of our client population to make sound decisions involving the personal (psychological, social, medical, etc.) development of clients. Ø  Maintain a working knowledge of the structure of entities associated with the human services field (i.e., funding agencies, governmental agencies, social agencies, medical practitioners, judicial system, community resources, etc.) and develop strong working relationships with these entities. Professional Qualifications: Ø  Bachelor’s degree in a related Social Services field.  Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals. Professional Skills: Ø  Strong problem solving skills, planning, organizational and communication skills, verbal and written. Other Requirements: Ø  Current driver’s license, car registration and auto insurance if providing transportation for individual receiving services. We also offer competitive compensation and a complete benefits package; medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401k.  EOE. Please email resume with minimum salary requirements to: Yolanda.Speed@TheMentorNetwork.com  No calls please.