Services Coordinator (Developmental Disabilities Associate) - Human Services

Full Job Description

Marion County Health and Human Services is looking to add an organized, motivated, person-centered, and flexible Services Coordinator to our I/DD team. This position will provide case management services to individuals who experience Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities. Services Coordinators work collaboratively with individuals, family members, service providers and community partners to coordinate disability related services in all Home and Community-Based settings. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and collaboratively, effective meeting facilitation, manage competing priorities, problem solve complex situations and coordinate care as part of an Individual Support team. If you enjoy a fast-paced, diverse workday and are self-motivated, this may be the opportunity that you are looking for!

Requirements

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.

Qualifications

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; 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.

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.