Public Safety & Developmental Disabilities Advocate

State of Vermont

Waterbury (VT)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 68,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Paid holidays
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness program

Job summary

State of Vermont is seeking a Developmental Disabilities Public Safety Specialist in Waterbury, VT to bridge public safety, human services, and community inclusion for people with developmental disabilities. You will partner with case management, law enforcement, and state agencies to review risk situations and coordinate cross-system responses.

The role emphasizes safety, person-centered care, and systemic collaboration.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years at or above a professional level in a criminal justice setting, including correctional and victim services, and/or services for offenders with developmental disabilities.
  • Graduate coursework in criminal justice or forensic psychology or a related field may be substituted for up to two years of experience.

Responsibilities

  • Review and address risk situations with case management and law enforcement partners.
  • Coordinate cross-system consultations for individuals with complex needs.
  • Support crisis response planning and risk management initiatives.
  • Assist with training initiatives and policy implementation across the developmental disabilities system.
  • Contribute to statewide approaches and innovative solutions for public safety challenges.

Skills

Criminal justice
Public safety
Collaboration
Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

State of Vermont is seeking a Developmental Disabilities Public Safety Specialist in Waterbury, VT to bridge public safety, human services, and community inclusion for people with developmental disabilities. You will partner with case management, law enforcement, and state agencies to review risk situations and coordinate cross-system responses.

The role emphasizes safety, person-centered care, and systemic collaboration.

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