[DSOSU] Transition Coordinator/Community Connector Columbus Area

[Lissner, Scott]

Transition Coordinator/Community Connector - Center for Disability Empowerment



Job Description



Job Title: ​​Transition Coordinator/Community Connector

Reports To:​​Executive Director

FLSA Status: ​​Non-Exempt


Hours:​​            Monday – Friday 9:00-5:00, occasional evenings and weekends



Position Summary:

The Transition Coordinator/Community Connector(TC/CC) is responsible for assisting individuals with disabilities who are moving from institutional settings, such as nursing homes or hospitals, to the community. The TC/CC is also responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities (who may or may not be in institutional settings) to increase their independent living skills and inclusion in all aspects of the community. The individuals served are of varying ages, backgrounds and needs.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Assists individuals with development and implementation of an Independent Living Plan (ILP)

- Assists individuals with finding appropriate, safe, affordable and accessible housing for those transitioning from Nursing Facilities.  (May include assessing housing options, obtaining information for individual to complete housing applications and completing applications, arranging for payment of application fees, security deposits and other expenses, and overcoming housing obstacles such as credit recovery, criminal convictions)

- Assists individuals with moving support if discharging from Nursing Facility

-Assists individuals in obtaining sufficient medications and medical supplies if discharging from Nursing Facility

-Ensure that medical appointments have been, or are being, made and addressing any barriers to keeping appointments

- Assists individuals with financial tasks as necessary to ensure sustainability in the community

- Assists individuals with coordination of benefits such as Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, Food Assistance, Veterans Benefits as needed.

- Assists individuals discharging from Nursing Facilities with acquiring the goods and services needed to improve and maintain living condition in the community as necessary

- Assists individuals with linkage to service providers and community resources

- Assists individuals with linkage to potential employment options as needed



Other

- Complete required paperwork and reimbursement requests per the direction of state agencies and/or CDE guidelines

- Develop, expand and collaborate with a network of community resources to support consumers in their pursuit of inclusion, independence and to promote the Independent Living Philosophy in the community.

- Maintain effective working relationships will all CDE staff as well as agencies/service providers in order to ensure effectiveness of services.

- Document all consumer contact information, consumer services and outcomes in NetCIL according to Center guidelines.

• All Entries must be made by 5:00 PM every Friday

- Other duties as requested by Manager or Director

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

None



Qualifications:
Experience, Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related human service field preferred or equivalent experience.  Candidate must have at least 2 years’ experience working with people with disabilities.



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

-Must have the ability to build trust and rapport with consumers with disabilities, their families, and peers. Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills. Must have excellent organizational skills.  Must have reliable transportation and ability to travel to multiple locations within the service areadaily.

-All candidates must pass a FBI/BCII background check if position is offered.

-Understanding of and commitment to Independent Living Philosophy is required.  Personal experience with a disability preferred.

-Familiarity with the Ohio Department of Medicaid HOME Choice program a plus



Working Conditions

Office and Community Environments

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.



Expectations of Employee:

• Adheres to CDE Policy and Procedures
• Acts as a role model both inside and outside the Center
• Performs duties as workload necessitates
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department/Program issues
• Demonstrates flexible, efficient time management, and ability to prioritize work load
• Meets work commitments and accepts accountability
• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position





Susan Hetrick

Executive Director
The Center for Disability Empowerment
510 E. North Broadway, 4th Floor
Columbus, Ohio  43214
614-575-8055<tel:614-575-8055>
www.disabilityempowerment.net<http://www.disabilityempowerment.net/>






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