Service Coordinator-Children​/Transition

Central Valley Regional Center (CVRC) is a non-profit corporation partnering with the State of California Department of Developmental Services. CVRC provides case management and service coordination by identifying resources, programs and activities to refer individuals to in collaboration with other agencies to develop the best services for individuals served and their families. CVRC serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and children at risk to support and promote community inclusion.

CVRC provides case management for individuals residing in the Central Valley, covering six counties that include Fresno, Tulare, Merced, Kings, Mariposa, and Madera.

• -CalPERS Medical Plan (Employee Coverage Only)
• -Dental & Vision - Fully Paid Coverage for Entire Family
• -Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Add-on Options
• -Vacation Accrual Rate w/Increase Based on Longevity
• -Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• -CalPERS Pension
• -Option of One Telecommute Days Per Week After 6 Months of Employment
• -13 Paid Holidays
• -Paid Sick Time
• -9/80 Work Schedule Option
• -Flexible Work Schedule Availability

Non-Exempt Full Time

Starting Pay: $29.63 – $35.38/hr.

This position provides service coordination and advocacy services to individuals of all ages, either at risk for, or with developmental disabilities who are served by CVRC. Service Coordinators in the Early Start Unit support individuals ages 0 – 2 years old, Early Childhood Service Coordinators support individuals ages 3 – 5 years old, Transition Unit Service Coordinators support individuals ages 6 – 22 years old, and Adult Unit Service Coordinators support individuals ages 22 through the lifespan.

Service Coordinators must regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in assessing the needs for services for the individuals we serve and assisting them in developing Individual Plans. Service Coordinators ensure that the individuals we serve, and their families have access to services and evaluate progress toward stated goals. Service Coordinators monitor the overall health and safety of these individuals and serve as liaisons to facilities and monitor the quality of services provided to CVRC individuals.

• Manages an assigned caseload of individuals either at risk for, or with developmental disabilities to provide service coordination and advocacy. Caseload sizes depend on the assigned age group and is determined by the Department of Developmental Services.
• Assists the individuals we serve and their families in developing case plans consistent with State and Federal law and regulations and CVRC standards. Coordinates vendored services to assist the individuals with their developmental growth.
• Manages finances for individuals when CVRC is payee, in collaboration with Client Benefits Unit, to preserve and allocate resources to meet the individuals’ needs and coordinates with 3rd party payee when applicable.
• Prioritizes and responds to urgent needs of individuals and their families as required and appropriately documents activities, including Special Incident Reports (SIRs), medical, legal, and financial concerns.
• Provides person-centered advocacy services for the individuals we serve and assists them and their families in accessing and participating in public, generic and vendored services.
• Collaborates in person and consults with clinical services as individuals’ needs are identified. Attends clinical meetings as appropriate.
• Performs facility liaison duties in collaboration with the Federal Compliance Team, including unannounced, in-person visits to support individuals.
• Executes responsibilities of Officer of the Day, including responding to individuals we serve and community inquiries, assessment, triage, problem solving, documentation and follow-through.
• Identifies, coordinates, and provides information on community resources and services.
• Meets with the individuals we serve in the community, and in their homes as preferred by the family/individual on a regular basis.
• Conducts IPP meetings for assigned individuals ages 3,4, & 5 on an annual basis and completes IPP reports for…