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Support Coordinator (developmental Disability Spec Ii)

Employer
Fairfax County Government
Location
Community Services Board, Virginia
Salary
$57,384.29 - $95,640.27 Annually
Closing date
Dec 4, 2021

Job Details

Job Announcement

Works as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering support coordination services to individuals with intellectual or other developmental disabilities. Using a collaborative person-centered planning approach, assists the individual in accessing needed medical, psychiatric, social, educational, vocational, residential and other supports essential for living in the community and in developing his/her desired lifestyle. Completes assessments, leads interdisciplinary team in developing person-centered plan with the individual, links to needed services/supports, and monitors delivery and quality of services according to the plan and changes plan, as needed. Acts as a resource to the individual and his/her family and provides information about county, generic and community resources. Meets with individual in the community, where services are provided. Understands Medicaid Waiver services and complies with all Medicaid requirements, time-lines, and documentation. Collaborates with vendors to ensure that health and safety needs are met. Manages emergencies. Requires use of PC and electronic health record; requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.

This position includes a signing bonus for new employees of $2,000 (full-time).

Note: Multiple positions maybe filled from this job announcement.

To learn more about careers in this area, please watch our Support Coordination Services video.

Illustrative Duties

For CSB Support Coordination:
  • Coordinates and leads interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and monitor consumer service plan;
  • Conducts visits to providers to assess services, satisfaction, and health/safety.
  • Coordinates, implements, and monitors delivery of individual service plan;
  • Analyzes data to determine client progress and makes necessary changes to service plan;
  • Writes individual service plans, progress notes, and summaries;
  • Ensures proper adherence to federal, state, local, and agency regulations and licensure standards;
  • Links clients with appropriate community resources;
  • Provides crisis intervention;
  • Advocates for clients in the community;
  • Organizes and maintains consumer files and other confidential records;
  • Prepares administrative reports;
  • Represents program within the community;
  • Develops cooperative relationships with community groups and agencies;
  • Develops, provides, and coordinates relevant training for agency staff and vendors;
  • Maintains ongoing communication with families, landlords, county programs and agencies, and state agencies.


Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of psychiatric, psychological, and/or sociological terminology and concepts;
  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques related to treatment of persons with intellectual disability or other development disabilities;
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as issues relevant to human rights, mandated reporting, and skill in applying this knowledge to a variety of situations;
  • Considerable knowledge of community resources, including relevant public and private organizations;
  • Ability to recognize external behavioral symptoms of developmentally disabled individuals who may concurrently exhibit signs of medical needs, mental illness, and/or substance abuse;
  • Ability to successfully perform as a team member/leader;
  • Ability to implement personnel procedures;
  • Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with clients;
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers public and private sector organizations, community groups and the general public;
  • Ability to recommend alternatives to allow for individual choice in services
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
  • Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.


Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related human services field; plus two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or bachelor’s degree and a valid Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) certification plus two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Master's degree can be substituted for 1 year of experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
  • Valid motor vehicle driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) and maintained throughout employment with CSB
  • CPR certification - required within 3 months of hire
  • Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional - required within 1 month of hire


NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry, a driving record check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter.

This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies).

All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two weeks after the last required dose) as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs will still be subject to the weekly testing requirement. Vaccinated employees and employees with a medical or religious exemption will complete the attestation online on their first day of employment or shortly thereafter.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience with service delivery under Medicaid and Medicaid Waivers.
  • Current certification as a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to drive to numerous locations in the community during the course of the day (include Residential, Vocational, and other facilities); use keyboard driven equipment; and communicate clearly with others orally and in writing. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include written exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.

Company

Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.

Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.


BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans

Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.

Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.

For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.

Company info
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Location
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US

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