Service and Support Specialist

Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities; Toledo (OH); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local development support organization is seeking a Service and Support Specialist to assist individuals with developmental disabilities. You will conduct assessments, link to community resources, and authorize Medicaid services. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and be skilled in service coordination. This role offers hybrid working options and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• 1 year of experience in service coordination preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Meet with individuals and families for assessments.
• Link to community resources.
• Authorize Medicaid Waiver services.

Skills

Service coordination experience

Communication skills

Assessment and evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Related bachelor’s degree

Job description

Join to apply for the Service and Support Specialist role at Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

Overview

The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities serves individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities throughout Lucas County, aged 3 through end of life in community-based services. We assist individuals to live, work, and thrive in their communities.

Responsibilities

SSAs meet with individuals, families, and service providers to complete assessments, complete linkage and referral to community resources, and authorize Medicaid Waiver services for those who qualify. They work to develop and implement service programming for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Work Arrangement

SSAs have the ability to work hybrid remote up to 16 hours a week, and are offered a Monday-Friday flexible work schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience in coordinating, assessing, and linking services and supports in addition to, or conjunction with, developing service plans for individuals.
• Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university and successful completion of a University or College sponsored one (1) academic year SSA internship with LCBDD.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record. Requires reliable transportation.

Preferred Experience

• Service coordination experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or in a related field preferred.

Our organization is committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment. To support this, we have established a drug-free workplace policy that prohibits the use, possession, distribution, or influence of illegal drugs and controlled substances. This policy extends to all substances, including but not limited to, medical and recreational cannabis regardless of state legal status.

Contact: 419-380-4033.

Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Public Relations
• Industries: Public Health