Family Advisor

Lee Hecht Harrison

  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • $65,000–$70,000 Per Year

Highlights

Minimum of 5 years of experience in client services, case management, healthcare, home care, or a related field. This is an excellent opportunity for a client-focused professional who is passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities while leading a dedicated care team.

Numbers & Facts

LocationFairfield, NJ
Salary$65,000–$70,000 Per Year

Description

Family Advisor

Location: Fairfield, NJ (On-Site)

Schedule: Full-Time

Salary: Up to $70,000 annually

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a compassionate and organized Family Advisor to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. This role combines care coordination, staff supervision, and client advocacy to ensure high-quality services that meet Medicaid, DDD, and state regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have experience managing client relationships, leading teams, and navigating community-based support programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and support a team of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), ensuring compliance with all training and regulatory requirements

  • Coordinate onboarding activities, including background checks, fingerprinting, required training, and orientation

  • Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and performance support to DSP staff

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, families, caregivers, and community partners

  • Monitor service delivery and ensure quality care standards are consistently maintained

  • Attend ISP meetings and assist with developing and implementing individualized support plans

  • Ensure compliance with NJ DDD, Medicaid, DHS, and other applicable regulations

  • Respond promptly to client and staff concerns, resolving issues professionally and efficiently

  • Analyze service and client-care data to identify opportunities for improvement

  • Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, providers, and stakeholders

  • Participate in community outreach and networking events to support client resources and engagement

  • Support urgent client needs outside normal business hours when necessary

  • Maintain CPR/First Aid certification and all required DDD/DHS training requirements

  • Act as a mandated reporter and cooperate with audits, investigations, and inspections as needed

  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Healthcare Administration, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field preferred

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in client services, case management, healthcare, home care, or a related field

  • Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to build trust with clients, families, and caregivers

  • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is highly preferred

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States

  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred

  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

  • Successful completion of background screening, fingerprinting, drug testing, and all NJ DDD-required clearances

Why Apply?

  • Competitive salary up to $70,000

  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families

  • Leadership role with direct influence on quality of care and service delivery

  • Collaborative and mission-driven team environment

  • Professional growth and development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for a client-focused professional who is passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities while leading a dedicated care team.

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include paid Holidays, and PTO days, prorated based on hire date within the calendar year. Also included: Medical, dental, vision

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Ellen Slovikowsky

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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