Adult Disability Services Coordinator

City of Alexandria, Virginia; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Alexandria is hiring a Human Services Specialist II to assess, coordinate, monitor, and link services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. You will work under supervision to help individuals live, work, and recreate in the least restrictive environment.

Responsibilities include conducting visits, completing assessments, linking to services, and preparing individual support plans across various funding sources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social services, public health, guidance, or related field with experience in mental health/substance services.
• Master’s degree in psychology, social services, public health, guidance, or related field; experience with Community Medicaid Waivers preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face visits at day programs, works sites, or residences.
• Assist individuals and families to identify needed services and complete assessments.
• Provide referrals and link to community resources; monitor service delivery.
• Document in individual records per policy and HIPAA guidelines.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and coordinate care with health teams.
• Prepare annual Individual Support Plans for various funding sources and ensure timely submission.
• Assess Medicaid Waiver criteria and advocate for DD Waiver slots.
• Assist clients in applying for Social Security, Medicaid, and other benefits.
• Facilitate informed consent and include authorized representatives in planning.
• Arrange transportation referrals to day programs and community activities.
• Accompany clients to medical, legal, housing, employment-related appointments.
• Assist with crisis interventions and referrals to mental health services.

Skills

Client engagement

Clear communication

Assess needs

Prevention & education

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Master’s degree in psychology or related field

Tools

Credible EHR

WaMS (Waiver Management System)

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Alexandria is hiring a Human Services Specialist II to assess, coordinate, monitor, and link services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. You will work under supervision to help individuals live, work, and recreate in the least restrictive environment.

Responsibilities include conducting visits, completing assessments, linking to services, and preparing individual support plans across various funding sources.