SUPPORT MANAGER/FAMILY NAVIGATOR

The Arc Central Chesapeake Region (The Arc) supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to live the lives they choose. Everyone has unique needs, so at The Arc, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to our supports.

As a Support Manager/Family Navigator, you will facilitate Community Supports and family resources for children and youth with IDD to live within their community, focusing on choice and self-determination. You will provide virtual and in-person navigation services to parents of children with disabilities and connect them to community resources, education, and coaching. The Support Manager/Family Navigator will support multiple projects related to the Children, Youth & Their Families department such as Project Learn, the Family Fund, Sibshops, and the Transition Series.

This role will support children and youth across the region The Arc serves with a focus on a two-generation approach to services. Coordinating person-centered planning activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maximizing the child’s participation in the person-centered planning process are essential for this role. This position will also provide education and support to families and youth as they navigate social, legal, educational, and healthcare systems.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least five years of experience working with people with IDD and lived experience as a family member of a person with IDD. The ideal candidate will be familiar with local and state resources and how to access them, as well as experience with state systems such as DSS and DDA. A bachelor’s degree in social work, education, or a related field is preferred. This position also requires a valid Maryland driver’s license with no egregious violations and includes a competitive benefits package.

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About The Arc Central Chesapeake Region
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region (The Arc) is a dynamic regional organization providing person-centered supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, work, and connect with their communities. We advocate for equity and access for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live self-determined lives and foster opportunities towards self-sufficiency. To learn more, visit www.thearcccr.org.

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