Developmental Disabilities Specialist, Bilingual
Lane County Government
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Job summary
Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services in Oregon seeks compassionate bilingual professionals to join as Developmental Disabilities Specialists - Bilingual (Spanish). You will support children and adults with developmental disabilities, collaborating with families, guardians, advocates, and providers.
Responsibilities include ONA, service coordination, and eligibility determinations, with emphasis on documentation accuracy and cross-functional teamwork.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- One year of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities.
- Equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Oregon Needs Assessment (ONA) through document review and interviews with individuals, families, and providers.
- Coordinate services via person-centered planning with individuals and their circle of support.
- Conduct intake and eligibility determinations using medical, school, and psychological records.
Skills
Education
Job description
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Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services is seeking compassionate, motivated individuals to join our team as Developmental Disabilities Specialists - Bilingual (Spanish). This posting may be used to fill positions in several program areas—including Service Coordination, Eligibility, and Oregon Needs Assessment (ONA)—based on program needs and the experience, skills, and interests of final candidates.
DD Specialists support children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Collaborating with individuals, families, guardians, advocates, service providers, and community partners across a variety of settings is a fundamental component of all DD Specialist positions. DD Specialists must also maintain clear and accurate documentation, utilizing electronic platforms, in accordance with county and state rules.
- Completing the Oregon Needs Assessment (ONA) through document review, face-to-face contact and an interview process with the individual, family/guardian, service providers and other supports. This position interacts with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in a variety of different settings.
- Services Coordination through person-centered planning in collaboration with people we serve and their circle of support. Services Coordinators are also responsible for authorizing and monitoring the provision of funded I/DD services and providing referrals for community resources that are not directly funded by our service delivery system.
- Conducting intake and eligibility determinations by collecting and reviewing medical, school, and psychological records, and applying complex eligibility criteria. You will collaborate extensively with applicants, family members, advocates, referring partners, and medical professionals to gather the information needed to make this determination.
You will be part of a strong and supportive team, whose mission is to assist people to lead fulfilling lives through community connections. Regular supervision is provided including onboarding, training, and support to learn the County and State rules and regulations. As our office continues to adjust and adapt to new ways of doing our work, there will be opportunities for teleworking weekly. We actively value using an equity lens and trauma-informed principles. Ongoing support, training, and education in these areas is a strong focus in our workplace.
Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services strives to provide a responsive, cooperative lifespan delivery system of support, training, care, monitoring, protection and crisis response for persons with developmental disabilities and their families. Services are designed to maximize opportunities for self-determination and self-sufficiency.
Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm
*This is an AFSCME represented position*
- This position is budgeted for a maximum of 1,040 hours during the fiscal year.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- One year of experience of working with persons with developmental disabilities.
An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
- Successful hire will be contingent upon taking a bilingual test to demonstrate proficiency in both English & Spanish.
- This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check.
- Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
To assist in providing bilingual communication with Limited English Proficient (LEP) persons. Individuals in these classifications do more than self-identify; they have successfully passed a test demonstrating proficiency in both English and the other language administered by the County. The need for the use of the second language in the performance of job duties in this classification has been identified.
- Interpreting between English speakers and LEP persons.
- Orally translating documents
- Providing oral assistance
- Providing written assistance, including some written document translation
Both languages, demonstrating the ability to convey information in both languages quickly and accurately.
- Communicate clearly and concisely.
- Maintain confidentiality of communications.
An equivalent combination of experience and training or demonstrated abilities qualifying the employee or applicant to perform the duties described herein. These skills and abilities may be acquired in various ways; i.e., education and/or bilingual or bicultural experiences.
Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.
The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.
Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.
At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.
Introducing ALEX, Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.
- The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.
- Admin-Pro
- AFSCME
- AFSCME Nurses
- AFSCME Physicians
- FOPPO
- LCPOA
- Local 626
- Prosecuting Attorney's
Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30-days as an eligible employee.
Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County Offers Medical, Prescription And Vision Exam Coverage For You And Your Eligible Dependents. The Plan Options And Costs Per Month For 2026 Are Outlined Below
If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA:
- For eligible members of unions LCPOA, 626, Admin Pro, and AFSCME Physicians $1,700 for individual coverage and $3,400 for family coverage.
- For eligible members of unions AFSCME General, AFSCME Nurses, FOPPO, PAA, and non-represented employees $1,600 for individual coverage and $3,200 for family coverage. Those who complete the requirements to receive the Live Well Credit by November 30, 2026, will receive an additional contribution of $400 individual or $800 family, funded in 2027.
These amounts are prorated based on date of hire.
All eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.
The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.
Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.
Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center.
Lane County pays for and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment.
Lane County provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.
Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.
Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:
- New Year's Day
- Independence Day
- Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday
- Labor Day
- Presidents' Day
- Veterans' Day
- Memorial Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Juneteenth
- Christmas Day
Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.
Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.
Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.
Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.
Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.
Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.
Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.
Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.
Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.
Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.
For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.
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