Bilingual IDD Services Coordinator (Development Disabilities Associate) - Health and Human Services

Marion County, Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion County Health & Human Services seeks a bilingual Services Coordinator to join the I/DD team. The role provides case management to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, coordinating with families, service providers, and community partners across home and community settings.

The ideal candidate communicates clearly, facilitates meetings, manages priorities, and maintains accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Fluent bilingual Spanish/English required.
• Five years of education and/or paraprofessional experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of Oregon public services for developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate intake, eligibility, and functional needs assessments.
• Coordinate Individual Support Plans and authorizations for services.
• Maintain client records and documentation per Marion County policy.
• Attend IEP meetings and coordinate with schools as needed.
• Provide information and referrals and monitor service delivery.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Five years of education/experience in related field

Job description

Location & Working Conditions

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available. This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants. If you have already applied for recruitment #562-2026-4, you do not need to reapply.

About the Role

Marion County Health & Human Services is seeking an organized, motivated, flexible, and person-centered Bilingual Services Coordinator to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) team. In this role, you will provide case management services to individuals experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities, working collaboratively with individuals, families, service providers, and community partners to coordinate disability-related services across a variety of home and community-based settings.

The ideal candidate will communicate clearly and collaboratively, facilitate effective meetings, manage competing priorities, navigate complex situations, and coordinate services as part of an individual’s support team. If you are self-motivated, value meaningful and person-centered work, and enjoy a fast-paced role in which each day brings something different, we encourage you to apply!

General Statement of Duties

Facilitates intake and eligibility determination for applying individuals; conducts independent functional needs assessments; and plans and carries out case management functions and other related work as required. Primary responsibility of this class is case management, facilitating intake and eligibility determination and administration of functional needs assessments.

Supervision Received

Works under supervision of a Clinical Supervisor who assigns work, establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness.

Supervision Exercised

Supervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.

Typical Duties – Duties include, but are not limited to the following

This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required.

All services will be provided either in the office or in the field. Must be able to drive vehicle to and from community meetings and home visits. Must use county issued communication tools including smart phones and computers during work time.

Choice Counseling

Offer choice, annually and as needed, of all available service, provider and setting options.

Service Authorization/Individual Support Planning

Facilitate development of Individual Support Plan for all individuals receiving K plan funded services in their own home, family home, or in a licensed or certified residential setting. Authorize services and supports as described in Oregon Administrative Rule 411-415-0070. Complete enrollment, termination, and transfer on required forms.

Functional Needs Assessment

Facilitate or participate in an annual functional needs assessment process per current ODDS procedure.

Plans And Annual Summaries

Complete annual summary for all individuals not enrolled in any K plan funded service (case management only).

Coordination With School

Participate in service planning by attending Individual Educational Plan meetings for students. It is mandatory to attend IEP meetings for individuals aged 15 and older to complete transition planning.

Documentation

Maintain an accurate client record including Marion County generated documents and documents received from other individuals/agencies. Document all targeted case management activities in a progress note per Marion County policy.

Service Monitoring

Monitor services and supports for individuals enrolled in case management as described in Oregon Administrative Rule 411-415-0090 and document per ODDS guidelines. Report Serious Events per published guidelines.

Information And Referral

Provide information, timely referral, and assistance to individuals regarding available services to meet assessed needs.

Coordination With Other Agencies

Coordinate with community partners regarding provision of required supports from Community Developmental Disabilities Program to ensure safety and support needs are adequately met.

Staff Meeting

Attend staff meeting, vacancy meeting, and team meetings.

Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Response Level 2:

In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training.

Requirements for the Position

Experience And Training

• Five years of education in a related field and/or paraprofessional experience/training consisting of serving individuals with a primary diagnosis of developmental disabilities within a residential, employment or case management service at a management or case management level; AND
• Knowledge of the public service system for developmental disability services in Oregon; OR
• Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

Special Requirements

• This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required. An additional 5% will be added to the hourly wage as compensation for this skill. Finalist will be required to pass a verbal and written Standardized Spanish/English Fluency Assessment as part of the hiring process.
• Must possess a current driver’s license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.
• This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non‑procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
• This assignment is represented by a union.
• This is a full‑time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, depending upon the needs of the department and program.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of and ability to act professionally in regard to a code of ethics and confidentiality.

Working knowledge of developmental disability concepts, public service system for intellectual and developmental disability services in Oregon, including the Oregon Office of Developmental Disability Services structure, and related agency functioning; other social service agencies in the community.

Advanced skill in coordinating and/or providing services to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities or another similar population.

Ability to establish good working relationships with other employees, other agencies, and the public; prepare concise reports and document individual services in a timely and professional manner.

Physical Requirements

Drives a motor vehicle to home visits and maintains an acceptable driving history; sees with depth perception; sits; stands; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; lifts and carries up to 5 lbs. for up to 30 feet; operates a keyboard and computer; reads a 12 pt. font; speaks with a clear and audible voice; hears a normal speech level; may work in uneven area; potential exposure: lice, scabies, strong odors during home visits.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full‑time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

Documents Required For Veterans’ Preference

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non‑service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action, veteran and disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e‑mail Human Resources if you wish to request an accommodation.

Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part‑time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.

Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click here, and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.

Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.