Transition Coordinator

Company: Better Together ND

Position: Transition Coordinator $23.00- $25.00 per hour

Location: Fargo, ND

Job Summary:

• Assists individuals with planning and coordination of the activities necessary for a successful transition to community living and successful community adjustment.
• Coordinating the transition planning process with the individual/family and all team members.
• Assuring ongoing communication and coordination with everyone involved throughout the process from the day of referral until the end of the individual’s program eligibility.
• Transition Coordinators will provide follow-up contacts after transition to the community, based on the adjustment needs/preferences of the individual.
• The types of visits will be determined by the individual, the Transition Coordinator, and their team with a minimum of monthly contact during their participation in the service.

Responsibilities:

• Explain ADRL Transition or Diversion Services to the individual
• Secure consent to participate in ADRL Transition or Diversion Services
• Schedule and Coordinate team meetings with team members
• Coordinate or complete steps that lead to transition/diversion
• Identify spending needed for transition or diversion
• Request approval for spending from ADRL Referral Specialist
• Make necessary purchases
• Assure all team members are aware of their responsibilities in the planning process.
• Assist the individual in the home day of transition and at least monthly.
• Complete Case Notes in THERAP such as the Referral, Plan, Termination notes
• Provide Case Closure Notice with term of eligibly has ended.
• Coordinators are required to complete the care coordination training provided by the State of North Dakota after being hired.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must successfully complete a background check.

Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or have four (4) years of experience in a human service setting providing direct services to individuals.
- Proven experience in program development and management.
- Strong budgeting skills to effectively allocate resources for service transitions.
- Excellent administrative abilities to oversee documentation and reporting processes.
- Proficient in relationship management to foster collaboration among teams and stakeholders.
- Experience in managing projects from initiation to completion.
- Knowledge of behavioral health or social work practices is a plus.
- Ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities is advantageous.

Preferred Skills:
- Prior experience in service transition management is preferred but not mandatory.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated individual with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Familiarity with working in a fast-paced environment such as program management.

Benefits:
- Simple IRA

Join our team as a Transition Coordinator at Better Together ND and be part of a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to the success of our clients. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career journey with us!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Grand Forks, ND (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Forks, ND: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person