About the Els for Autism Foundation

Els for Autism Foundation was established in 2009 by Liezl and Ernie Els. The Els' son, Ben, is impacted by autism spectrum disorder, which affects 1 in 36 children in the U.S. The Foundation offers innovative, evidence-based programs for families and individuals across the lifespan in six focus areas: Education, Research, Global Support, Recreation Services, Adult Services and Therapy Services. The Els for Autism Foundation serves families around the world and offers in-person programs and services at The Els Center of Excellence® in Jupiter, Florida.

Position summary:

• Assist in intakes and program selection.
• Identify and help clients and caregivers mitigate barriers to services, and
• Help caregivers find and navigate autism-specific resources.

The Care Coordinator will create, manage, and lead a culturally appropriate outreach plan to promote, engage, and expand Els for Autism adult programs to underserved and ethnically diverse communities. The Care Coordinator will complete pre-screening intakes with prospective clients and will serve as the first point of contact for clients seeking adult programs and services enrollment. The Care Coordinator will proactively support efforts to ensure each adult services client and caregivers has access to coordinated client care and services while helping caregivers navigate public benefits and autism specific resources.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, Rehabilitation, Social Work, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in the field of autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities.
• Demonstrates computer/technology-based proficiencies (Microsoft Office, Outlook, database management, web tools, electronic medical record system)
• Ability to manage multiple and complex responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrates flexibility and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, community members, and staff members.
• Demonstrates excellent time-management skills.
• Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills.
• Demonstrates excellent rapport with individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.

Preferred qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-year experience in clinical services, case management, and/or social work
• Experience managing schedules.
• Experience working with adults.
• Experience working collaboratively with related professionals and providers.
• Understanding of autism-related services and providers in the surrounding area
• Understanding of billing and insurance related to therapeutic services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish and/or English/Creole)
• Strong connections to key stakeholders in underserved/low-income communities
• Understand other publicly funded programs available to the community.