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START Coordinator 

YAI is seeking a Coordinator to work with our Valley Mountain Region START program located in Stockton CA.  A Master's degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or other Human Service field is required. 

Responsibilities: 

• Participate in didactic training and required trainings 

• Provide systemic consultation 

• Participate in National Center for START Services trainings and events 

• Prepare agendas and document outcomes for individual mentoring sessions held with the Center for START Services 

• Maintain linkages and relationships with community partners 

• Assist with referrals for consultation and treatment as needed 

• Ensure the coordination of support meetings and crisis plan development for individuals served through START 

• Participate in recurring meetings with START leadership, clinical team, and In Home Therapeutic Coaching program 

• Provide home visits and visits to day and vocational settings as needed 

• Develop Comprehensive Service Evaluations, Cross-Systems Crisis Prevention and Intervention Plans, intake/assessments, intervention and outcome plans for In Home Therapeutic Coaching Program, inpatient hospital admissions and any other applicable documentation of services provided 

• Maintain an active caseload of individuals referred for START Services 

• Provide on-call support on a rotational basis 

• Participate in the START Network, which brings together projects from across North America through an online resource center, conference calls, select study groups and a meeting at an annual conference as recommended 

Requirements: 

• MA in Mental Health, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or other Human Service field 

• At least 2 years of experience working with the I/DD population 

• Experience working with individuals with I/DD and mental health and/or challenging behavior needs preferred 

• One year supervisory experience is preferred 

• Ability to become certified as a START Coordinator within 12 months 

• Bilingual Spanish is a plus  

• Driver’s License Required 

Pay Range: 70,000K - 80,000K annually

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.