Supported Living Program Architect

Golden Gate Regional Center; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,385 - 72,462; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer  

Generous time off (vacation, sick, and

Job summary

Golden Gate Regional Center in San Francisco is seeking a Support Living Specialist to enhance and oversee housing initiatives for people supported by the agency. The role collaborates with community agencies to improve outcomes and ensure appropriate housing options.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work and at least 2 years in social services, with strong skills in budgeting, negotiation, and policy interpretation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related human services field.
• 2+ years in social services.
• Experience in interpretation of policies, procedures, legislation and regulations pertaining to particular programs, including Regional Center Systems and Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act desired

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and implement an overall specialized system of supported living options as well as the development of an evaluation process for follow-up and ongoing monitoring of programs
• Acts as liaison to local providers of supported living services, and serves as communication link between the Agency and the providers.
• Acts as liaison to the Department of Developmental Services for issues regarding supported living services.
• Create Cost comparison spreadsheets WHAT IS THIS?
• Analyze and apply existing and proposed statutes and regulations,
• Draft revisions to Agency policies and guidelines and works with DDS to implement revised policies
• Participate in the RFP for potential new housing providers
• Implements internal and external communications strategies that promote and educate employees and the community regarding supported living services initiatives.
• Facilitate communications at all levels to solve problems and participate in planning of proactive solutions
• Coordinates supported living services for people supported with various community partners. DOESN’T THE SOCIAL WORKERS REALLY DO THIS?
• Sets priorities, organizes workload, manages relevant contracts with community partners, and meets agreed upon deadlines.
• Shares related information and articles to staff and stakeholders as appropriate
• Draft written comments on proposed regulations
• Advise others on trends occurring within SLS
• Develops new housing resources
• Negotiate rates
• Recruit, screen, evaluate and contract with vendors
• Establish start-up budgeting and billing procedures
• Presents periodic updates to Board of Directors and Senior Management on housing initiatives.
• Attends Board, Service Providers and providers and meetings with Individuals Supported as needed.
• Coordinates with case management and administration staff regarding authorization of supported living services and service changes.
• Provides training to new employees and consults with staff regarding housing options.
• Contributes to Individual Service Plans for people supported who currently participates in housing services
• Responds to questions related to SLS regulations and interpretation of the regulations
• Prepares and sends required reports related to Supported Living Services within the Agency’s community
• May act as a witness in appeals
• Conducts New Hire and other training relevant to function to staff and community.
• Provides updates on related Performance Contract Measures as requested.
• Implements internal and external communications strategies that promote and educate employees and the community regarding supported living services initiatives.
• Facilitate communications at all levels to solve problems and participate in planning of proactive solutions
• Serve as liaison to community organization including local government housing departments, non-profit housing development corporations, families/consumer groups interested in residential development
• Presents supported living services information to people supported, families, service providers and other stakeholders.
• Participate in special projects, and assist with additional duties or tasks, as assigned
• Maintain all client information as confidential in compliance with HIPAA and the California Lanterman Act

Skills

Budget creation

Negotiation

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related human services field

2+ years in social services

Job description

Golden Gate Regional Center in San Francisco is seeking a Support Living Specialist to enhance and oversee housing initiatives for people supported by the agency. The role collaborates with community agencies to improve outcomes and ensure appropriate housing options.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work and at least 2 years in social services, with strong skills in budgeting, negotiation, and policy interpretation.