Job description
Looking to join one of Massachusetts' most innovative and committed organizations? Northeast Arc is a premier provider of services devoted to strengthening the abilities of all. We are a non-profit human services provider located in Danvers. We are a mission-driven agency committed to changing lives and discovering abilities. Whether it's the individuals we serve or our employees who support them, we know that each person has a unique set of skills and contributions to make. Northeast Arc prioritizes inclusion and diversity. We value the individual perspectives, cultures and approaches that our employees bring to make us one of the most innovative organizations in human services!Our Autism Support Center is looking for a full time Center Coordinator to join its growing team!
Job Summary: Provides a combination of direct and indirect services to families or individuals with autism, including staying abreast of current trends in autism, conducting intakes of new families, and providing information and referrals.
Major Responsibilities:
- Completes intakes and assesses needs of families who call the Center and provides information and referral to families and professionals.
- Assists in gathering and writing information and materials for the ASC newsletter.
- Attends and represents ASC at meetings, resource fairs, seminars, conferences, etc.
- Hosts a minimum of one family support group a month.
- Participates in and assists with family events.
- Answers program's dedicated phone line as requested
- Coordinates events by planning, scheduling connecting with vendors and gathering and record pertinent information.
- Conducts outreach to local resources.
- Develops relationships within the community organizations, for example, Special Education Parent Advisory Councils.
- Associates degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Prior experience working in the field of autism/human services strongly preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly detail-oriented with the capacity to work independently and prioritize.
- Demonstrated commitment to the empowerment of families.
- Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
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