The Southwestern Center for Independent Living in Marshall MN is currently accepting resumes for a Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) Support Planner. SWCIL is an independent living resource center that works to promote societal acceptance, inclusion, and equal access for all persons with disabilities. Must reside in the local Southwestern Minnesota service area including Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Rock, or Yellow Medicine Counties. Full or part-time flexible hours available. Remote office option but must reside in SW MN. A support planner is someone who understands the Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) service, person-centered planning, and the process of developing a support plan. Primary job functions include providing information about CDCS and provider options, assist in developing community support plans, helping to monitor community support plans, and assisting with benefit questions or concerns. SWCIL offers training.
Wage & Benefits: Starting wage of $17.00 – $22.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience. Vacation, sick, holiday, and personal day PTO, retirement plan matching, and health, short-term disability, and life insurances.
Persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to: Executive Director, SWCIL, 109 S. 5th Street, #700, Marshall MN 56258 or swcil@swcil.com. SWCIL is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualifications:
• Requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of community resources and support services.
• Ability to successfully complete services on a deadline.
• Capability to work independently.
• Basic understanding of person-centered thinking and planning principles.
• Prefer a candidate familiar with state benefits and disability services in the state of Minnesota.
• Ability to coordinate with case management services.
• Ability to successfully complete outreach to build on current caseload.
• Pass a criminal background study.
• Minimum high school diploma. Preferred background and/or education in disability services, consumer advocacy, social work, human services, or related field.
