Future Opening: Autism Waiver Program Coordinator

Autism Specialist 2- Program Coordinator

Full Time

Location: Northampton, MA with travel as required for in-person family visits, individual visits and meetings with staff as required.

Salary: $21.53/hr

Schedule: Depending on program, Monday - Friday, 8 Hours daily, between 9AM-7PM with flexibility to best meet case load needs, adjusting hours as needed.

ServiceNet, a leading Human Services agency, is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. As an Autism Specialist 2 Coordinator in the Autism Waiver Program, you will coordinate a small team of Waiver Brokers. This program supports children with Autism and their families in community-home based settings who are assigned to the Autism Waiver Program by the Massachusetts Department of Development Services (DDS). The Children's Autism Waiver Program allows children to receive Expanded Habilitation Education that are in-home services and supports including Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Floor Time, Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) and other services and benefits delivered by certified professionals in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing contracts serving children assigned to the Autism Waiver Program.
• Be part of teams that provide outreach support to individuals with autism and/or intellectual disabilities living within families.
• Partner with them in creating and reaching their goals, increasing their skills, and making connections within their local communities.
• Ensure proper supervision of staff to meet programmatic needs.
• Assign and evaluate the work of subordinates as to company policy and procedures, and other matters impacting the work of the program.
• Develop and track family budgets and maintain accurate records for billing, data collection and family plans.
• Coordinate hiring of respite and skills trainers. Participate in recruitment and training of respite providers, including initial training and ongoing training.
• Provide oversight of family activities, events, fundraisers, support groups, education and training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred or education equivalent to a 4-year college degree.
• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Knowledge of autism and treatments.
• Experience with case & healthcare activities coordination.
• Over 3 years supporting adults and/or children with autism and intellectual disabilities.
• Family support experience a plus.
• Supervisory experience or clear readiness to supervise is a plus.
• Vehicle, valid driver's license and motor vehicle record required.

Benefits:

• Generous PTO (time-off) package.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition remission for eligible classes.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and tuition assistance.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.
• And much more

ServiceNet is a compassionate non-profit organization that helps individuals facing challenges such as mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, homelessness, and substance use issues. With our dedicated staff members, we work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Join us and become part of a caring community that helps others find joy and purpose. Apply today.