Services Coordinator (Developmental Disabilities Associate) - Human Services

Marion-County,-o; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion County Health & Human Services is seeking an organized, motivated Services Coordinator to join the I/DD team. You will provide case management and coordinate disability-related services across home and community settings.

The role involves facilitating intake, eligibility, and planning, while collaborating with families, service providers, and community partners. A driver’s license and field-work may be required; full-time schedule applies.

Qualifications

• Five years of related education and/or paraprofessional experience in developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of the public service system for developmental disability services in Oregon.
• Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience as determined by Marion County.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate intake and eligibility determination.
• Plan and carry out case management and functional needs assessments.
• Coordinate development of Individual Support Plans for K plan funded services in home or community settings.
• Attend IEP meetings and coordinate with schools for transition planning.
• Maintain accurate client records and document services per Marion County policy.
• Monitor services and report Serious Events per ODDS guidelines.

Job description

Marion County Health & Human Services is seeking an organized, motivated, flexible, and person-centered Services Coordinator to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) team. In this role, you will provide case management services to individuals experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities, working collaboratively with individuals, families, service providers, and community partners to coordinate disability-related services across a variety of home and community-based settings.

The ideal candidate will communicate clearly and collaboratively, facilitate effective meetings, manage competing priorities, navigate complex situations, and coordinate services as part of an individual’s support team. If you are self-motivated, value meaningful and person-centered work, and enjoy a fast-paced role in which each day brings something different, we encourage you to apply!

General Statement of Duties

Facilitates intake and eligibility determination for applying individuals; conducts independent functional needs assessments; and, plans and carries out case management functions and other related work as required. Primary responsibility of this class is case management, facilitating intake and eligibility determination and administration of functional needs assessments.

Supervision Received

Works under supervision of a Clinical Supervisor who assigns work, establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness.

Supervision Exercised

Supervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.

All services will be provided either in the office or in the field. Must be able to drive a vehicle to and from community meetings and home visits. Must use county issued communication tools including smart phones and computers during work time.

Choice Counseling: Offer choice, annually and as needed, of all available service, provider and setting options

Service authorization/Individual Support Planning: Facilitate development of Individual Support Plan for all individuals receiving K plan funded services in their own home, family home, or in a licensed or certified residential setting. Authorize services and supports as described in Oregon Administrative Rule 411-415-0070. Complete enrollment, termination, and transfer on required forms.

Functional Needs Assessment: Facilitate or participate in an annual functional needs assessment process by the current ODDS procedure.

Plans and Annual Summaries: Complete annual summary for all individuals not enrolled in any K plan funded service (case management only).

Coordination with school: Participate in service planning by attending Individual Educational Plan meetings for students. It is mandatory to attend IEP meetings for individuals aged 15 and older to complete transition planning.

Documentation: Maintain an accurate client record including Marion County generated documents and documents received from other individuals/agencies. Document all targeted case management activities in a progress note per Marion County policy.

Service Monitoring: Monitor services and support for individuals enrolled in case management as described in Oregon Administrative Rule 411-415-0090 and document per ODDS guidelines. Report Serious Events per published guidelines.

Information and Referral: provide information, timely referral, and assistance to individuals regarding available services to meet assessed needs.

Coordination with other agencies: Coordinate with community partners regarding provision of required support from Community Developmental Disabilities Program to ensure safety and support needs are adequately met.

Staff Meeting: Attend staff meeting, vacancy meeting, and team meetings.

Other job duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Response Level 2

In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training.

Experience and Training

1. Five years of education in a related field and/or paraprofessional experience/training consisting of serving individuals with a primary diagnosis of developmental disabilities within a residential, employment or case management service at a management or case management level; AND
2. Knowledge of the public service system for developmental disability services in Oregon; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including fingerprinting; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.
• This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
• This assignment is represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, depending upon the needs of the department and program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of and ability to act professionally in regard to a code of ethics and confidentiality.

Working knowledge of developmental disability concepts, public service system for intellectual and developmental disability services in Oregon, including the Oregon Office of Developmental Disability Services structure, and related agency functioning; other social service agencies in the community.

Advanced skill in coordinating and/or providing services to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities or another similar population.

Ability to establish good working relationships with other employees, other agencies, and the public; prepare concise reports and document individual services in a timely and professional manner.

Physical Requirements

Drives a motor vehicle and maintains an acceptable driving history; sees with depth perception; sits; stands; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; lifts and carries up to 5 lbs. for up to 30 feet; operates a keyboard and computer; reads a 12 pt. font; speaks with a clear and audible voice; hears a normal speech level; sees using depth perception; may work in uneven area; potential exposure: lice, scabies, strong odors during home visits.