8889 - Developmental Disabilities Specialist (Health & Human Services)

Jackson County•Medford, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Jackson County Developmental Disabilities Division has an opening on a five-person Eligibility Team. This role helps children and adults become eligible for DD Services. Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, nursing or related field and five years experience in social services which includes three year in developmental disabilities; OR Any combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.
Requires possession of a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
Requires knowledge of the public service system for developmental disabilities services in Oregon.
Requires a knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in evaluating, modifying and motivating human behavior; case management methods; rules, laws, regulations and ethics of the developmental disability services field, community services and resources.
Requires knowledge of law enforcement and evidence procurement; ability to read, comprehend and comply with Oregon Revised Statutes and Oregon Administrative Rules.
Ability to assess status of individuals and families for services and maintain confidentiality; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to listen, evaluate and analyze facts and draw conclusions promptly; ability to draw simple diagrams; ability to use computer and software; and, ability to use a digital camera.
Requires driving.
Pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana.
Persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Oregon’s DD Case Management system and eligibility criteria for Developmental Disabilities Services is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs involuntary commitment services for developmentally disabled clients.
Determines eligibility for developmental disability services.
Performs crisis services.
Provides case management.
Follows administrative rules to license developmental disability homes for adults and children.
May investigate allegations of abuse and neglect of adults and children with developmental disabilities.
Performs a full range of complex tasks and works under direction within a framework of established procedures.
Determines eligibility for services for a person with a developmental disability.
Provides crisis intervention, case management services and involuntary commitment services.
Develops and/or coordinate client action plans; assesses client problems and make referrals; schedules some client appointments for various services; transports clients; assists clients with completing forms.
Receives applications for adult and/or child home licensing for developmentally disabled clients; interviews and administers specific required tests for hosts.
Conducts background, financial, and reference checks of applicants for homes.
Inspects home of applicants using a specific developmental disability home checklist.
Trains providers on rules, regulations and violations for developmental disability homes.
Provides in depth consultation, education, information and resource advocacy to agencies in the community which routinely come in contact with developmentally disabled individuals in crisis who have been abused or neglected.
Works with the community and agencies to attract providers for homes for people with developmental disabilities.
Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
Has regular and reliable attendance.
Overtime may be required.