Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) Assessor

Jobtailor; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a qualified professional to conduct Supports Intensity Scale assessments (SIS-A) for adults and children in Virginia. You will document results and coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate reporting.

Role requires statewide travel, occasional overnight stays, and assessments at homes, agencies, case manager offices, day programs, or remotely via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Broadband internet at home is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human service-related field.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Proficiency in assessment methods and behavior rating or psychological testing principles.
• Must have broadband internet connection at home and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SIS assessments and document results.
• Travel statewide for assessments; occasional overnight stays.
• Provide liaison with internal and external customers and represent the client professionally.
• Facilitate assessments at homes, provider sites, case manager offices, day programs, or virtually via Zoom/Teams.

Skills

SIS Assessment Expertise

Clinical/Social Assessment

Clear Communication

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Service-Related Field

IRQR Certification

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Office

Job description

Conduct Supports Intensity Scale–Adult Version (SIS-A) 2nd edition assessments and state supplemental questions with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Conduct Supports Intensity Scale–Children version assessments when applicable
Participate in AAIDD training and pass an IRQR following training and annually thereafter
Clearly communicate the purpose and reason for assessments
Conduct assessments timely and professionally
Complete and document assessment information consistently
Foster positive relationships and act as liaison with internal and external customers
Represent PCG and the client professionally
Travel throughout the state for assessments, with occasional overnight stays depending on schedule and geography
Conduct assessments at locations selected by the individual and their team, including homes, provider agencies, case manager offices, day support programs, residential provider locations, or virtually

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human service-related field such as Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Sociology
• At least one year’s experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Experience conducting individual assessments with knowledge of behavior rating or psychological testing principles
• Knowledge and experience with person-centeredness
• Must have broadband internet connection at home (no dial-up)
• Must be willing to travel
• Active, unrestricted license
• Reliable transportation and active auto insurance
• Dedicated home workspace committed to confidentiality of PHI
• Comfortable and familiar with technology including Zoom and Microsoft Teams
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to the program
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and/or other online data entry
• Strong clinical/social assessment and critical thinking skills

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in conducting Supports Intensity Scale assessments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and maintaining confidentiality of PHI. Proficient in utilizing technology for assessments and documentation, fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Supports Intensity Scale Assessment
• Clinical/Social Assessment Skills
• Person-Centeredness
• Active, Unrestricted License
• Experience with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Supports Intensity Scale–Adult Version
• Supports Intensity Scale–Children Version
• Behavior Rating Principles
• Psychological Testing Principles
• Clinical Assessment
• Critical Thinking

Soft Skills

• Clear Communication
• Relationship Building
• Professionalism

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Service-Related Field
• IRQR Certification

Industry Keywords

• Intellectual Disabilities
• Developmental Disabilities
• Person-Centered Planning
• Federal and State Laws
• Confidentiality of PHI

Tools & Technologies

• Zoom
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Office