Overview

We are seeking a Director of Supports Coordination to serve as a key member of our Executive Leadership Team. We are an organization committed to disability rights, justice, and the exercising of the inherent right of people to have choice and control over their publicly funded services. We seek a person who shares in this commitment.

Those with lived and/or direct experience supporting people with disabilities in using their Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), their way, preferably as a Support Coordinator, are encouraged to apply.

We will prioritize applicants who are working/have worked in the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disability (DDD) service system, who:

  • Understand the principles, values and standards of the Home and Community Based Service (HCBS) system.
  • Translate and successfully put into practice the principles, standards, and values alongside people with disabilities, their families, and allies.
  • Have a solution focused orientation.
  • Take a direct and respectful approach to decision making and problem solving and demonstrate initiative for timely action.
  • Have expertise with person centered thinking, planning and support tools.
  • Are open to on-going developmental feedback.

This position leads a team of Support Coordinators who work in partnership with people with disabilities to:

  • Articulate and magnify the person’s aspirations,
  • Connect with the support the person wants/needs so they can reach their goals,
  • Navigate a complex system,
  • Facilitate the annual planning process,
  • Monitor other organizations to ensure people are getting what they want and need from their service providers.
  • Lead problem solving among system stakeholders.

 

Skills relevant to team building, effective communication, active listening, responsible delegation, and supervision and development of others are necessary for success in this role. Effective collaboration and relationship building, internal and external to our organization, is a must. As is understanding and integration of information and resources from finance and administration, culture and talent, and quality assurance and improvement, to facilitate a healthy organization and high-quality services for people and families.

 

This is a hybrid position with frequent travel in the state of New Jersey. Residency in New Jersey or a contiguous state is required. Salary is negotiable based on experience.

Required & Preferred Education and Experience: 

  • Required- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Special Education, or another Human Services field.)  
  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience, either personal or professional, working in partnership with people with disabilities.
  • A minimum of 5 years of industry-specific progressive leadership experience.  
  • Required- Proficiency with computers, the Internet, and Microsoft Windows and Office applications.  

 

Values Into Action is an equal opportunity employer. As a disability rights organization we:

  • Are dedicated to social justice and human rights in all its forms;
  • Are committed to fostering an organizational culture that is inclusive of people with respect to their race, color, disability, ethnicity, religious creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, marital status or other personal characteristics;
  • Welcome and strive to retain and advance individuals from diverse backgrounds who share our values.
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