Team Leader START/CSIDD - The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? As the START/CSIDD Team Leader at The Arc Chemung-Schuyler, you will have the opportunity to showcase your leadership skills while collaborating with a passionate group of professionals. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys coaching and mentoring others, and is committed to providing top-notch social work services. Working onsite in Rochester, you'll be at the heart of the action, driving excellence and innovation in the services we provide.

Join us in this rewarding opportunity to be a part of a team that truly makes an impact in the community. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, 403 (b) retirement planning, NYS Sick Time, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Referral Bonus Program.

A little about The Arc Chemung-Schuyler and START

We invest in your success. Join us at The Arc - Invest in a career, not just a job. We believe when we invest in your success, you advance your career, and that helps The Arc continue its leadership role in the disabilities arena in New York state. If you're looking for meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives, join us today to unlock your potential for growth and fulfillment in the Human Services field.

Are you excited about this START/CSIDD Team Leader job?

As the START/CSIDD Team Leader/Coordinator at The Arc Chemung-Schuyler, you will play a crucial role in providing supervision to Coordinators, ensuring the coordination of support meetings and crisis plans, and maintaining relationships with community partners. Your responsibilities will include offering triage support, participating in meetings with leadership and clinical teams, and developing cross-systems crisis plans to support individuals in need. Additionally, you will share on-call responsibilities to respond promptly to crisis situations, showcasing your empathetic and quick-thinking nature.

With the opportunity to maintain a small caseload initially, you will have hands-on involvement in interventions and assessments until achieving START Coordinator Certification. This position offers a dynamic and challenging environment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

What we're looking for in a START/CSIDD Team Leader

Success in the role of START/CSIDD Team Leader/Coordinator at The Arc Chemung-Schuyler requires a master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related human services field, with consideration given to candidates with a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. A minimum of two years of experience supporting individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities and mental health or challenging behavioral needs is essential. Obtaining certification as a START Coordinator within the first year of employment is a must. Additionally, preferred qualifications include at least one year of prior supervisory experience.

The ability to travel up to 75% of the time is required for this position, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and adaptability in meeting the diverse needs of the individuals we support.

Make your move

So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and perform this job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team!