Coordinator of Community Services
About The Position
The Developmental Disabilities Program (DDP) TCM/Coordinator of Community Services provider is the point person for all services offered to individuals served by DDA. The CSP I, HS provides coordination of available community resources for eligible individuals with developmental disabilities who are residents of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The CCS assesses and determines eligibility for DDA services, provides the referral for those services, arranges access to day/residential/and other support services, facilitates annual planning meetings, assists the served individuals and their families with developing a plan of service, conducts periodic monitoring of satisfaction with delivered services, follows individuals on the waiting list registry, and assists in transition planning. This position is responsible for the development of the Person Centered Plan (PCP) and subsequent monitoring of the PCP. This position also is accountable for accurate documentation of all services rendered. These efforts work to maintain the supported individuals in the community and to promote individual choice and overall quality of life.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
- One year of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program(s) or referring people to governmental and private resources.
- A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a Human Services field; OR An Associate's degree with two (2) years experience in a Human Services field; OR Seven (7) years experience in a Human Services field.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with individuals that have intellectual or developmental disabilities
- Experience in case management
Responsibilities
- Assess and determine eligibility for DDA services.
- Provide referrals for DDA services.
- Arrange access to day/residential/and other support services.
- Facilitate annual planning meetings.
- Assist served individuals and their families with developing a plan of service.
- Conduct periodic monitoring of satisfaction with delivered services.
- Follow individuals on the waiting list registry.
- Assist in transition planning.
- Develop the Person Centered Plan (PCP) and monitor it.
- Accurately document all services rendered.
Benefits
- STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
