Service Coordinator - Intensive Case Management - 1:45 Ratio

Description: THE ORGANIZATION Alta California Regional Center (ACRC) is a non-profit agency under contract to the State of California and for 50 years has provided the coordination of services to individuals with developmental disabilities. ACRC employs approximately 700 persons working out of eight offices in a ten-county area. ACRC is one of 21 Regional Centers in California. COMPENSATION The below is dependent upon experience and education. Service Coordinator I: $21.01 - $26.78/hr. Service Coordinator IIIB: $24.63 - $31.43/hr. (must possess a master's degree and 1-year social work experience) Service Coordinator IIIA: $27.19 - $34.71/hr. (must a possess a master's degree and 2-years post-masters experience) The actual amount offered within this range will depend on a variety of factors including skills and abilities, education, experience, and other relevant job-related factors. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role. THE POSITION AND JOB SUMMARY ACRC is seeking a Service Coordinator in the Intensive Case Management unit in its Sacramento office. This position will provide case management, community deflection, and advocacy for persons with developmental disabilities. This position will have a maximum caseload ratio of 1:45 per legislative requirements for the purpose of providing intensive case management to a population of high acuity clients within the I/DD community. This position will also have minor Facility Liaison (FL) duties. The Facility Liaison role is to ensure the health and safety of Clients residing in Community Care facilities, long term health facilities, intermediate care facilities, skilled nursing facilities and other residential living options. Specifically, this position: monitors facilities with Title 17 and 22 regulations; partners with Service Coordinators to perform quality assurance monitoring; performs investigations; provides technical support and follows-up in the spirit of helping Service Providers improve quality of life and preserve health, safety, and other Client rights. Typical duties include assisting Clients/their circle of support in acquiring and maintaining assessed supports and services by participating in the development of Program Plans and monitoring and revising these plans as necessary; serving as an advocate for the client with community agencies and the criminal justice system; providing consultation to staff to prevent State Developmental Center admissions; tracking, analyzing, and identifying trends in relevant data; completing all required forms, documentation, and reports in accordance with regulations and ACRC policies and procedures; assisting co-workers with special projects, unique problems, vacation, and sick relief; providing emergency on-call services when required; and performing other duties as assigned. This position serves the geographic area of Sacramento County and surrounding counties, and will require travel throughout the State of California. SUMMARY OF OUTSTANDING BENEFITS ACRC offers an excellent working environment and a benefits package to include: 90% employer-paid health insurance plus low-cost dependent coverage including domestic partners 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance for employees plus dependents 100% employer-paid employee life insurance coverage 100% employer-paid long term disability coverage Flexible benefits pre-tax spending program CalPERS employee pension plan; and 457 and 403-B voluntary tax shelter annuities. OTHER BENEFITS INCLUDE: 17-22 annual vacation days 12 annual sick days 14 paid holidays Longevity leave Employee Assistance Program, and many other generous benefits. Many of our employees participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program This is intended to represent a general summary of benefit plans and coverages only. Requirements: JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must possess: a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work or a related field; demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills; and have strong time management and organization skills. One year of professional experience in social work or a related field (preferably in the field of developmental disabilities) is preferred. Other requirements and qualifications may apply. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER PI8e7b90afdabc-35196-34400702