Developmental Diversity Services Coordinator

Benton-County-Oregon; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Health insurance premium covered

Retirement contributions

Wellness program

AD&D/Life coverage

Salary raises within first year

Job summary

Benton County is seeking a Developmental Diversity Services Coordinator to help identify, coordinate, create, and assure services for people with developmental disabilities. This role advocates for the whole person, focusing on strengths, hopes, and individual circumstances, while ensuring health and safety through person-centered planning and ongoing support.

You'll work with a dedicated team to promote self-determination, coordinate resources, and navigate eligibility and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• 2 years professional experience in area of assignment.

Skills

Equity commitment

Initiative

Team collaboration

Care and compassion

Problem solving

Learner growth

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Want to do meaningful work that will leave a lasting impact in our community? We are in search of a Developmental Diversity Services Coordinator to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY

In this position, you would be responsible for helping to identify access, coordinate, create, and assure services to people with developmental disabilities. This includes advocating for the whole person with attention to the strengths, hopes, and special circumstances of each individual. Services coordinators facilitate individual choice and self-determination and assure health and safety needs through person-centered planning and ongoing support.

BENEFITS

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
  • 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
• $0 Health Insurance Premium!
  • Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
  • In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contributions!
    • Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
    • You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
  • Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
• Get ready for retirement.Generous employer paid contributions!
  • After 6 months of employment:
    • The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
    • The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
• A free and award-winning wellness program
  • Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
  • Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
  • Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
• Annual Salary range of$69,716 - $104,019
  • This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
  • Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon’s pay equity law.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND
• 2 years professional experience in area of assignment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate:

• Has a strong commitment to equity.
• Takes initiative and responsibility.
• Is Dependable, focused, and able to effectively collaborate with a team.
• Shows care and compassion to the people served.
• Problem solves through complex tasks and uses creativity, flexibility and adaptability.
• Oriented to learning and growth.

Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.

Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.

For further information, please click on the link Oregon Pay Equity Law for more details.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to: Alicia Griggs, Developmental Diversity Team Coordinator

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Working & Living in Benton County

Benton County (pop. 93,053; 679 sq. mi.) is in the middle of the Willamette Valley, with Corvallis (pop. 61,027) as the county seat. Established in 1847, nearly 12 years before Oregon became a state in 1859, the county is the state’s fourth smallest in terms of area and medium-sized with respect to population. Corvallis is home to Oregon State University (OSU), the city’s largest employer. Most of the rest of the county is farm and forest land, reflecting a much-treasured rural heritage.

Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.

Eligibility and Other Information

• This is a FLSA non‑exempt position.
• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, see Veterans Resources. Note: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. 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. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Helpful links and contact information

Learn more about Benton County

Understanding the County Application Process

JobInterest Cards webpage

For more information you may contact us by e‑mail at [e-mail] or by phone at 541-766-6081.