Special Needs Coordinator

Position Status:

* Part-Time;
Salaried

* Mainly Afternoons with some nights and weekends

Principal Responsibilities:

* Responsible for creating, developing and implementing the special needs services in consort with the MJCC Director of Social Services.

* Implementation of special needs services to include family and caregiver support groups, resource/information/referral, social programming and social skills groups, and advocacy initiatives.

* Serve as a central resource for internal and community programs and services for individuals with special needs of all ages.

* Develop strategic partnerships and relationships with special needs service providers in the community.

* Work closely with other department staff on creating appropriate and engaging educational programs and community outreach initiatives.

* Work with lay leaders and volunteers when appropriate to evaluate service delivery and plan for new and/or expanded program and services.

* Work with MJCC Marketing Department regarding publicity, public relations and marketing plans as it relates to special needs services.

* Work with MJCC Development Director as needed/requested regarding funding opportunities and resources for special needs services.

* Provide outstanding client service.

* Create and actively promote a comfortable and welcoming environment where every client and participant is treated with dignity and respect, in a friendly, personalized manner.

* Work in consort with other FJFS staff to develop and implement continuing education programs for social service professionals in the Greater Memphis area.

* Other reasonable duties as assigned by and mutually agreed upon with the MJCC President/CEO and/or Director of Social Services.

* Work cooperatively with other departments and staff on collaborative programming and service delivery where appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

* Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree required.

* 5-7 years of related work experience working with special needs services

* Knowledge of Jewish customs and values.

* Demonstrated ability to develop and implement new and/or expanded services.

* Dynamic and innovative with strong organizational skills and outstanding interpersonal skills relating to senior adults.

* Independent judgment, initiative and advanced administrative skills required.