Southern Arkansas University
Service Coordinator for Developmental Disabilities (ASL Fluency preferred)
Southern Arkansas University, Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061
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Service Coordinator for Developmental Disabilities (ASL Fluency preferred)
If you like to stay busy and immersed in cultural activities, then Washington, DC is the place to be! Museums, restaurants, great climate, green space and job opportunities are among the many positives of living in the Nations Capital. INTRODUCTION This position is located in the Department on Disability Services, Office of the Deputy Director for Developmental Disabilities (DDA), Service Planning and Coordination Division. The Department on Disability Services/DDA is responsible for the development and direction of intellectual and developmental disabilities programs and for overseeing and administering a network of comprehensive, community-based services for District residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. MAJOR DUTIES Responsible for providing services that will assist people eligible for DDA services in gaining access to needed medical, clinical, social, educational, vocational, habilitation and other services and supports to achieve person-centered goals. Prepares in-depth entries in MCIS identifying pertinent information including but not limited to recording the progress toward service and outcome goals, satisfaction with services and supports, identifying health and safety concerns, contacts with family and other service providers, ensuring needs for adaptive equipment are met in a timely manner, and reviewing medication changes and medical conditions. Coordinates with the person and members of the persons circle of support to ensure necessary person-centered assessments and interviews are completed to inform the planning process. Facilitates the annual Individual Support Plan (ISP) meeting, including coordinating the scheduling of the meeting, to ensure it represents what is important to and for the person. Assists people to make application to the DDA Home and Community-based Services (HCBS) waiver program when requested by the person. Participates in team meetings, court hearings, and service planning with external community entities involved in the persons life. Manages the financial plans and all benefits the person is eligible to receive. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Applicant must have one (1) year of Specialized Experience at the next lower grade level. Four (4) years of related work experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide support to people with disabilities. Must be QDDP qualified. Experience with American Sign Language (ASL), for deaf individuals preferred. EDUCATION Degree:
behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position and three years of specialized experience OR Combination of education and experience
that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR Four years of appropriate experience
that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. WORK EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Extensive knowledge of a wide range of theories, principles, practices and techniques in order to investigate, assess, and make decisions on difficult and complex actions sufficient to provide services in the fields of developmental and intellectual disabilities and human growth and development. Skill and ability to communicate with various cultures orally and in writing in order to provide advice, plan and carry out activities, provide counsel, develop reports, prepare findings, provide court testimony, represent the agency, and maintain liaison with community resource groups and other outside groups and organizations. Collective Bargaining Unit This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by local union AFGE 383. EEO Statement The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr
If you like to stay busy and immersed in cultural activities, then Washington, DC is the place to be! Museums, restaurants, great climate, green space and job opportunities are among the many positives of living in the Nations Capital. INTRODUCTION This position is located in the Department on Disability Services, Office of the Deputy Director for Developmental Disabilities (DDA), Service Planning and Coordination Division. The Department on Disability Services/DDA is responsible for the development and direction of intellectual and developmental disabilities programs and for overseeing and administering a network of comprehensive, community-based services for District residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. MAJOR DUTIES Responsible for providing services that will assist people eligible for DDA services in gaining access to needed medical, clinical, social, educational, vocational, habilitation and other services and supports to achieve person-centered goals. Prepares in-depth entries in MCIS identifying pertinent information including but not limited to recording the progress toward service and outcome goals, satisfaction with services and supports, identifying health and safety concerns, contacts with family and other service providers, ensuring needs for adaptive equipment are met in a timely manner, and reviewing medication changes and medical conditions. Coordinates with the person and members of the persons circle of support to ensure necessary person-centered assessments and interviews are completed to inform the planning process. Facilitates the annual Individual Support Plan (ISP) meeting, including coordinating the scheduling of the meeting, to ensure it represents what is important to and for the person. Assists people to make application to the DDA Home and Community-based Services (HCBS) waiver program when requested by the person. Participates in team meetings, court hearings, and service planning with external community entities involved in the persons life. Manages the financial plans and all benefits the person is eligible to receive. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Applicant must have one (1) year of Specialized Experience at the next lower grade level. Four (4) years of related work experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide support to people with disabilities. Must be QDDP qualified. Experience with American Sign Language (ASL), for deaf individuals preferred. EDUCATION Degree:
behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position and three years of specialized experience OR Combination of education and experience
that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR Four years of appropriate experience
that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. WORK EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Extensive knowledge of a wide range of theories, principles, practices and techniques in order to investigate, assess, and make decisions on difficult and complex actions sufficient to provide services in the fields of developmental and intellectual disabilities and human growth and development. Skill and ability to communicate with various cultures orally and in writing in order to provide advice, plan and carry out activities, provide counsel, develop reports, prepare findings, provide court testimony, represent the agency, and maintain liaison with community resource groups and other outside groups and organizations. Collective Bargaining Unit This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by local union AFGE 383. EEO Statement The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr