Overview
Agency Summary : Lifeworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that individuals with autism lead healthy and enriched lives by providing essential clinical services across the lifespan. Lifeworks offers residential, vocational, and educational opportunities for adults with autism in Northeast Ohio, and provides behavioral health and Applied Behavior Analysis services for individuals of all ages on the spectrum.
Position Summary
The Resource & Information Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for families, caregivers, and community partners seeking information and support regarding autism and related services. This role fields incoming calls, provides resource information, makes peer referrals, and connects individuals to Lifeworks' service areas. The Coordinator also manages client intake processes by verifying eligibility, pre-admitting clients into the electronic health record (EHR), and ensuring a smooth transition into appropriate services or treatment delivery where applicable. In addition, this role supports the agency's website by responding to inquiries, posting timely updates, and maintaining accurate resource information for public access.
Responsibilities
- Client Support & Resource Navigation
Respond to incoming calls and inquiries with professionalism, empathy and autism-specific knowledge
Provide accurate resource information regarding autism services, supports and community resourcesMake appropriate referrals to internal programs or external partners to address client needsServe as a connector, helping individuals and families navigate available service options with Lifeworks Autism Services (and / or peer referrals when appropriate)Intake & EligibilityCollect necessary information to determine service eligibility
Complete eligibility verification and documentation according to agency standards and payer requirementsPre-admit clients into the electronic health record, ensuring all required information is accurate and complete prior to service or treatment initiationCollaborate with program staff to support seamless client onboarding and reduce barriers to careProgram Support & CollaborationWork closely with program leadership to assess organizational training needs and implement strategies that support workforce development
Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities for training that strengthen service delivery and community partnershipsCollaborate with the agency's leadership and partners to explore grant-funded training opportunities and requests for proposalsCollect and analyze feedback to evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvementsWebsite Communication & ManagementRespond to emails and inquiries submitted through the agency's websites (Lifeworks & Milestones)
Post program updates, announcements, and resources to ensure the website reflects current services and opportunitiesMaintain accuracy and accessibility of information posted online, in coordination with leadershipSupport visibility of events, trainings, and agency initiatives through web updatesAdministrative & Data ManagementMaintain detailed records of all inquiries, referrals and service connections
Track call volume, referral patterns and service access data for reporting purposesIdentify gaps in community knowledge or resources and provide feedback to leadershipUphold confidentiality standards and HIPAA compliance at all timesCollaboration & OutreachWork closely with clinical and program staff to ensure families are connected quickly and effectively to services
Develop and maintain knowledge of local, regional and national autism-related resourcesParticipate in trainings, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance the Helpdesk's effectivenessProvide standard business hours with flexibility for occasional evenings or weekends on outreach activities and eventsQualifications
Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences or related field preferredExperience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorders and / or developmental disabilities strongly preferredBenefits
At Lifeworks, we prioritize our employees and their wellbeing. We provide competitive benefit options to our employees and their families, including domestic partners and pets.
Our offerings include :
Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a zero-cost optionWellness program including free preventative careGenerous paid time off and holidays50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MNO and MSW programsDefined benefit pension plan403(b) retirement planPet insuranceEmployer paid life insurance and long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramSupport for continuing education and credential renewalAncillary benefits including : dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illnessFlexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent CareJ-18808-Ljbffr