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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.