Disability Services Manager jobs in New Jersey

Disability Services Manager oversees an organization's disability related programs. Ensures compliance with all government regulations, including ADA and FMLA, and ensures that program objectives are in line with the overall goals of the organization. Being a Disability Services Manager seeks to minimize financial costs by facilitating return to work for disabled employees. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Disability Services Manager typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Disability Services Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Disability Services Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Support Coordinator
  • Disability Services & Advocacy, LLC
  • Jersey, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Application Instructions:

    1) Apply online at https://www.dsausa.net and click on the careers tab.

    2) Submit a cover letter, unofficial college transcripts, and current resume that clearly documents and quantifies your experience working with adults (18 years and older) diagnosed with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.

    Note: Human Services experience (such as working with children below 18 or individuals with only mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, etc.) that does not include direct experience specific to adult individuals diagnosed with ID/DD does not meet the qualification criteria of this position.

    Applications submitted without the above requirements will not be considered.

    Disability Services & Advocacy is hiring Support Coordinators to serve consumers supported by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities. The position is a work from home job with regional travel to complete field visits. Prospective Support Coordinators will serve others who are living in the same region they live in. Our company is state-wide with 5 regional teams of staff.

    Full-time positions are always available as our agency is growing with the strong demand for Support Coordination Services. Full-time coordinators work 40 hours a week with occasional overtime as needed, require availability during the mid-day hours with flexibility, and maintain a minimum caseload of 25 consumers to be built over a 6 month period or less at their manager's discretion. Total caseloads are to be determined by the Support Coordinator and do not to exceed 50 consumers.

    Part-time positions are available to parents of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with the option of becoming full-time, providing an opportunity to learn and maintain knowledge of the DDD system in New Jersey. Part-time coordinators require availability of 30 hours a week with flexibility and maintain a minimum caseload of 15 consumers to be built over a 6 month period or less at their manager's discretion. Total caseloads are to be determined by the Support Coordinator and not to exceed 24 consumers.

    Support Coordinator Responsibilities

    Adhere to all the responsibilities required by the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) including:

    • Explaining to consumers and their families the new Fee-for-Service individualized budget system supporting people with developmental disabilities in NJ
    • Working with the person and family in creating a support and service plan that details: how best to support the person, defines the needed services and their cost while ensuring the plan is within their budget, selects providers that will implement the plan
    • Monitoring the implementation of the plan with monthly phone contact, quarterly face-to-face visits, annual home visits, and subsequent reports
    • Adjusting the plan as needed to reflect the changing goals and needs of the consumer and or family
    • Assisting the person and family in successfully navigating the complex social service and provider system supporting people with disabilities in your market area
    • Effectively listen, communicate, and provide compassionate support to the consumer and their family
    • Learning and becoming comfortable discussing the financial and legal issues facing people with disabilities and their families including: Guardianship, Wills, and Special Needs Trusts
    • Inputting and updating all support activity as required by DDD and DS&A
    • Responding quickly (within 48 hours or less) to all requests for information from: consumers, their family, providers, DDD officials, and DS&A management regarding the consumers your serve
    • Effectively use technology in communication with consumers and preparing service plans and budgets
    • Represent DS&A in a professional manner upholding the values it represents

    This is not an easy job and is not meant for all people. It requires discipline and a relentless problem-solving mentality, but your reward in improving the lives of people with disabilities can be boundless

    Successful Support Coordinators Are

    • Effective listeners that can translate concerns into positive action
    • Have good verbal and written communication skills
    • Problem solvers and passionate in helping their consumers
    • Enjoy working with a wide variety of people and possess multicultural sensitivity
    • Adept at advocating for services and supports without alienating others
    • Enjoy working at a fast pace, prioritize needs, and meet deadlines
    • Self-disciplined and will do what is necessary to get the job done
    • Organized and have an attention to necessary detail
    • Comfortable making presentations to groups
    • Want to become experts in their field
    • Can multi-task to get the work done
    • Are comfortable with technology including Microsoft Office 365
    • Tenacious in reaching out and asking for help when needed
    • Positive and optimistic when helping others
    • Have excellent researching abilities and can navigate the disability system

    Support Coordinator State of NJ Requirements

    • A Bachelor's degree in any subject
    • One year of direct experience with adults (18 ) with developmental or intellectual disabilities including professional, volunteer, and family experience
    • Ability to pass fingerprinting, drug screening, and criminal background checks
    • Must have your own reliable transportation as regional travel is required

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Previous or current experience as a Support Coordinator
    • Bilingual, including Spanish and/or American Sign Language
    • Resident of the State of NJ

    Compensation

    Support Coordinators receive a rate of $154.88 for the creation of an ISP or attending an Exiting IEP Meeting. Support Coordinators also receive a guaranteed monthly rate of $154.88 per consumer supported with an approved ISP for monthly monitoring. Examples of annual caseload compensation are as follows:

    $46,464.00 for 25 Consumers

    $55,756.80 for 30 Consumers

    $65,049.60 for 35 Consumers

    $74,342.40 for 40 Consumers

    $83,635.20 for 45 Consumers

    $92,928.00 for 50 Consumers

    Benefits

    • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance for Full-Time Employees
    • 401K with Partial Employer Matching
    • Monthly Travel & Toll Reimbursement
    • Annual Office Supply Reimbursement

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $46,464.00 - $74,342.40 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Flexible schedule
    • Health insurance
    • Parental leave
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Choose your own hours
    • Overtime

    Application Question(s):

    • Do you live in a state other than New Jersey?

    Education:

    • Bachelor's (Required)

    Experience:

    • adult (18 or older) ID/DD: 1 year (Required)

    Language:

    • English (Required)

    Willingness to travel:

    • 25% (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 24 Days Ago

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Caregiver
  • Disability Services of the Southwest
  • Livingston, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Location: Livingston and surrounding area Hours: hours vary Compensation: $9.00/hour Job Description: $1000 hiring bonus paid after 90 days (**based on 20/hrs week) Lifespan Home Health has many avail...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Support Coordinator
  • Disability Services & Advocacy, LLC
  • Egg Harbor, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Application Instructions:1) Apply online at https://www.dsausa.net and click on the careers tab.2) Submit a cover letter, unofficial college transcripts, and current resume that clearly documents and ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Support Coordinator
  • Disability Services & Advocacy, LLC
  • Trenton, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Application Instructions:1) Apply online at https://www.dsausa.net and click on the careers tab.2) Submit a cover letter, unofficial college transcripts, and current resume that clearly documents and ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Support Coordinator
  • Disability Services & Advocacy, LLC
  • Elizabeth, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Application Instructions:1) Apply online at https://www.dsausa.net and click on the careers tab.2) Submit a cover letter, unofficial college transcripts, and current resume that clearly documents and ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Support Coordinator
  • Disability Services & Advocacy, LLC
  • Gloucester, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Application Instructions:1) Apply online at https://www.dsausa.net and click on the careers tab.2) Submit a cover letter, unofficial college transcripts, and current resume that clearly documents and ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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ParaEducator/Aide for Day Habilitation Program
  • Intellectual Disability Management
  • Cypress, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Julian's House offers a loving and nurturing environment for youth and adults who deal w...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Business Development Director, Absence and Disability Management
  • TELUS Corp
  • New York, NY
  • TELUS Health and LifeWorks have recently come together to leverage the power of technology and our caring cultures to fu...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Service Managers Various teams
  • Childrens Social Work Matters
  • York, PA
  • Job location York Due to recent investment in social work in York, our Childrens Social Work team is looking to appoint ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Director, Center for Accessibility Resources & Services
  • Northern Essex Community College
  • Haverhill, MA
  • Job Description: POSITION: Full-Time Associate Director, Center for Accessibility Resources & Services: Associate Direct...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full Time RN - Escondido VA Clinic
  • CRAssociates, Inc
  • Escondido, CA
  • Job Description Job Description CRAssociates is looking for an enthusiastic full-time Registered Nurse to join our team ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Disability Services Manager
  • Goodwill Industries of Arkansas
  • Little Rock, AR
  • Job Description Job Description Will consider candidates in Central- Little Rock and NWA-Fayetteville. Position can be w...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Developmental Disabilities Manager (Program Manager IV)
  • Yamhill County, OR
  • Mcminnville, OR
  • Salary: $7,996.89 - $9,813.50 Monthly Location : McMinnville, OR Job Type: Regular Full-Time Remote Employment: Flexible...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Developmental Disability Management Services
  • Casselberry, FL
  • Description An LPN at Fern Park Developmental Center is responsible for medication administration, treatments, and medic...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

New Jersey is bordered on the north and northeast by New York (parts of which are across the Hudson River, Upper New York Bay, the Kill Van Kull, Newark Bay, and the Arthur Kill); on the east by the Atlantic Ocean; on the southwest by Delaware across Delaware Bay; and on the west by Pennsylvania across the Delaware River. New Jersey is often broadly divided into three geographic regions: North Jersey, Central Jersey, and South Jersey. Some New Jersey residents do not consider Central Jersey a region in its own right, but others believe it is a separate geographic and cultural area from the Nor...
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Income Estimation for Disability Services Manager jobs
$102,036 to $142,824

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