Statewide Disability Liaison Leader

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Travel opportunities

Workstation options

Job summary

Statewide Disability Liaison Manager (SHPC4) is sought by the Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) in Olympia. This role will lead a brand-new team, supervise regional liaisons, and collaborate across CW regions to implement disability-informed practices.

Responsibilities include ADA/504/VRA compliance, policy development, staff coaching, and cross-division collaboration with the DCYF ADA Accessibility Program to improve outcomes statewide.

Qualifications

• One year of SHPC3 or equivalent experience required.
• Two years of SHPC2 or equivalent experience required.
• Bachelor's degree plus five years of relevant work experience required.
• Master's degree plus four years of relevant work experience required.
• Nine years of progressively responsible experience in family and child-related social services.

Responsibilities

• Directs a unit of six SHPC2s designated as Regional Disability Liaisons.
• Provides statewide leadership for regional liaison implementation and accountability.
• Supervises and coaches staff with advanced expertise in CW practice and policy.
• Manages recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and staff accountability across regions.
• Leads development and compliance with AD A, Section 504, and VRA mandates.

Skills

Leadership

Disability services

Public speaking

System analysis

Staff coaching

Change management

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Master's degree in social work or related field

Nine years of relevant experience

Job description

Statewide Disability Liaison Manager (SHPC4) is sought by the Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) in Olympia. This role will lead a brand-new team, supervise regional liaisons, and collaborate across CW regions to implement disability-informed practices.

Responsibilities include ADA/504/VRA compliance, policy development, staff coaching, and cross-division collaboration with the DCYF ADA Accessibility Program to improve outcomes statewide.