DD Services Intake Specialist: Access & Support Champion

Northwestern Community Services Board; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Community Services Board is seeking a Developmental Disabilities (DD) Services Intake Specialist to coordinate assessment and intake for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The role focuses on eligibility determination, connection to resources, and liaison duties with Project Search, while ensuring compliance with state guidelines.

Responsibilities include engaging with community partners, maintaining accurate records in the Virginia Waiver Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant human services field required.
• Experience entering information into a database; WaMS experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to provide your own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains relationships with community partners to coordinate services.
• Assesses individuals for DD services and determines eligibility.
• Completes the Virginia Waiver Management System entries.
• Provides education, guidance, and resources to families and individuals.
• Offers crisis intervention and follow-up support.
• Refers to the DD Case Manager Supervisor and ID/DD Program Manager as needed.
• Attends trainings and represents the Agency at events.
• Responds to DD service phone calls as the primary contact.

Skills

WaMS

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant human services field

Tools

Virginia Waiver Management System (WaMS)

Job description

Northwestern Community Services Board is seeking a Developmental Disabilities (DD) Services Intake Specialist to coordinate assessment and intake for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The role focuses on eligibility determination, connection to resources, and liaison duties with Project Search, while ensuring compliance with state guidelines.

Responsibilities include engaging with community partners, maintaining accurate records in the Virginia Waiver Management