Social Service Program Specialist 3 - Developmental Disabilities

Full Job Description

This is a full time, hybrid position requiring 2 days a week in office. There may be some evening and weekend support for events and board meetings.

Requirements

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

As a seasoned professional in community outreach and education, you will be a critical member of the team that coordinates a variety of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/dd) and their families.

You will be directly supporting the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board as well as planning, implementing and monitoring contracted community outreach and education services that are responsive to the needs of people with disabilities in the community.

You will collect information on how best to use funds, create Request for Proposals (RFPs), monitor contracts, and review data of our efforts.

The Developmental Disabilities Division contracts with agencies in the community to provide:

• County-wide information and education targeted at individuals across the lifespan.
• Early support services for children with developmental delays from birth to three years.
• Supported Employment programs for youth and adults aged 19 and older.

Why It's a Great Department:

Pierce County Human Services is the community and human services arm of the Pierce County government.

It is the largest contributor to Pierce County’s safety net, providing services and funding to nearly 170 agencies and governmental jurisdictions.

We collaborate with community partners, including other public and non-profit funders and service providers, to understand current and emerging community and human services needs.

We strive to create and invest in a comprehensive and integrated regional services system.

Learn more about the Human Services Department here.

How to be Successful in the Role:

We are looking for someone with an understanding of the Developmental Disability community and services who will use their collaborative approach, strong communication skills, and program planning experience to lead and support our program.

Someone with strong written and verbal communication who seeks to understand others, who assesses impacts and makes recommendations when solving problems.

Someone who can adapt their work style across a diverse and varied group of people. And who understands complex, technical language and can translate it into easy-to-understand information for others.

Your Future in this Role:

Throughout the onboarding process, you will meet with the Supervisors, teams, and the admin team regularly to discuss expectations, set goals, identify priorities, and gain familiarity with current policies, procedures, and strategic measures.

Pierce County offers professional development, robust online learning, and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

• Develop program plans. Facilitate planning advisory board and public forums as appropriate. Coordinate citizen groups, service agencies, and other organizations involved in the planning process.
• Participate in local and statewide workgroups regarding planning and policy development.
• Assist Managers and Supervisors in the coordination and recruitment of citizen groups, service agencies, and other organizations involved in the planning process.
• Provide guidance in the implementation and monitoring of plans.
• Interpret complex or detailed federal or state regulations to ensure program compliance.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, social work, or a related field AND
• Three (3) years of professional social services work experience, which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.
• Additional education or experience that clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of this position may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• A valid Washington State driver’s license is required when using a county vehicle.
• A resume and cover letter

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

Additional Information

To be considered for this opportunity, please:

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
• Attach a resume and cover letter.
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application and testing process or who need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480 at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration.

Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date.

Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes, which may include assessments, phone screens, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion mean commitment, not a single step.

We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career.

We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.

Employees of the County have a local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?