San Andreas Regional Center·San Jose, California
The School Age Service Coordinator provides case management, advocacy, and educational planning to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. They facilitate person-centered planning meetings, coordinate community referrals, and ensure compliance with state licensing and fiscal requirements.
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San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) is one of 21 regional centers in California, funded by the State and rooted in the values of the Lanterman Act. As a community-based nonprofit, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in living full, independent, and inclusive lives.
Join a diverse, mission-driven team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference every day. If you care deeply about equity, advocacy, and social impact— SARC is the place for you.
The School Age Service Coordinator will provide case management and support with family maintenance through support and educational planning. SA Service Coordinator's primary focus is supporting family unity and maximizing educational opportunities.
The School Age Service Coordinator will provide case management and referrals as appropriate to social service areas of early childhood education, after school care services and programs, youth and young adult development, financial education, workforce development, community building, and health and wellness Schedule and facilitate IPP, annual reviews, semi-annual reviews, transition planning conferences, clinical consultations, and ID/Team meetings as required Provides resources to participants of age-appropriate activities and events.. Support children we serve by maintaining regular contact and doing Individual Program Plan (IPP). Provide information and referral to generic services and resources in the community Involve individuals we serve and family in all aspects of person-centered planning and support activities Provide resources to help families with advocacy, education, collaborates in crisis, intervention, and other support for families and individuals. Serve as liaison to service providers, care homes, schools, and other community agencies as designated Coordinates the Person-Centered Planning process with individuals and their families Develops the Individual Program Plan (IPP). Counsels individuals concerning identification and achievement of personal goals Advocates with individuals/families to assure provision of needed services Initiates and follows up on referrals to service providers Identifies areas of unmet needs Performs tasks which relate to fiscal and accountability requirements Completes all required caseload documentation Develops expertise in accessing generic resources Assures that all individuals and families are informed verbally and in writing of their right to appeal every time a decision is made to change, alter, or deny a service Knows Title 17 and Title 22 licensing and DDS requirements Shares all resources that serve our individuals who reside in various counties. Supports in crisis situations in order to eventually effect stability Performs annual, semi-annual or quarterly visits as to residential facilities or day programs as applicable Evaluates conservatorship requests and submits reports to the appropriate parties. Conducts required home visits and meetings in various settings MONTHLY STIPEND FOR BILINGUAL SPEAKING!
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.
Employees receive free medical coverage (yes, free for employees!), along with free dental and vision insurance for your dependents.
Our benefits include a CalPERS pension plan, offering rare, long-term financial security through a lifetime pension, excellent health benefits, and overall career stability. Additional benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Five days of paid education leave per fiscal year Vacation time, sick leave, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays! Life insurance, with options for additional coverage Access to an employee discounts portal full of great deals We offer flexible work schedules and select hybrid positions, promoting a healthy and balanced work-life experience. And that’s just the beginning — explore the full list of benefits on our careers website! (**Benefits apply to eligible employees.)
A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work plus four years of relevant experience, is required. The specific field of study for the Bachelor's Degree and the post-Bachelor's years of experience may be waived by the Executive Director if necessary to meet a special need of the agency, such as providing services to specific cultural or monolingual groups.
Knowledge of principles, objectives and techniques of social work; individual and group behavior, human growth, development of family relationships; medical-psycho-socio-economic factors affecting individuals and families; techniques of intervention, referral and follow-up to community resources and facilities and various community organizations, and how to intervene constructively on the client's behalf. Ability to relate in a constructive and enabling manner to a wide variety of individuals and organizations; ability to relate in a positive manner with supervisor, co-workers, and others in the agency and community; establish and maintain rapport with clients and their families; prepare and present oral and written reports; maintain case records in a clear, concise, appropriate and timely manner.
Use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law, OR ability to provide for independent transportation.
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Market context
California school-age case manager roles are often in demand where districts and community programs need bilingual support for students and families. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a related bachelor’s degree, strong social work knowledge, clear communication, and the ability to travel for home visits. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show Spanish-language experience and field-based case management work.