Dodd service manager

A Place At Home, LLC; West Chester Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Place At Home, LLC is seeking a DODD Care Coordinator in Ohio to assess needs, develop personalized service plans, and coordinate supports for individuals with developmental disabilities.

You will advocate for clients, engage families and providers, monitor progress, and document care to ensure compliance with DODD regulations. Requires a bachelor’s degree and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, psychology, or a related field
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities, including various diagnoses and support needs
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and their families
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients, families, and providers
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to manage complex caseloads
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of state regulations and funding sources related to developmental disabilities

Responsibilities

• Needs assessment for individuals
• Developing and managing personalized ISP
• Coordinating services from multiple providers
• Communicating with service providers to ensure quality of care
• Engaging families in decision-making
• Advocating for clients to access necessary services
• Managing and documenting client records
• Monitoring and reviewing service delivery for ISP adjustments

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, psychology, or a related field

Job description

A DODD Care Coordinator, which stands for "Division of Developmental Disabilities" Care Coordinator, isa professional responsible for assessing the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, developing and managing their personalized service plans, coordinating necessary support services from various providers, and advocating for their well-being, all while ensuring compliance with state regulations and guidelines set by the DODD agency.

Key responsibilities of a DODD Care Coordinator include:

• Needs assessment:

Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the individual's specific needs in areas like daily living, medical care, communication, social interaction, and employment.

• Individual Service Plan (ISP) development:

Creating a personalized ISP based on the assessment findings, outlining goals, desired outcomes, and necessary services with the individual and their family.

• Service coordination:

Identifying and linking individuals with appropriate service providers like residential care facilities, day programs, therapy providers, and transportation services.

• Provider communication:

Maintaining regular contact with service providers to ensure quality of care, address concerns, and monitor service delivery according to the ISP.

• Family engagement:

Collaborating closely with family members or legal guardians to provide information, support, and involve them in decision-making regarding their loved one's care.

• Advocacy:

Representing the individual's needs to access necessary services, navigate complex systems, and resolve any challenges they may face.

• Case management:

Maintaining accurate documentation of individual records, including assessments, service plans, progress notes, and communication with providers.

• Monitoring and review:

Regularly reviewing the effectiveness of service delivery, making adjustments to the ISP as needed, and ensuring compliance with DODD regulations.

Required skills and qualifications for a DODD Care Coordinator:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, psychology, or a related field
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities, including various diagnoses and support needs
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and their families
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients, families, and providers
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to manage complex caseloads
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of state regulations and funding sources related to developmental disabilities

• Service Planning and Coordination