Developmental Disability Specialist II- Support Coordination

Fairfax County • Community Services Board - Multiple Locations, VA

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About The Position

The Developmental Disability Specialist II works in the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board’s Support Coordination Division, supporting people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to live fulfilling, independent, and meaningful lives in their communities. The role conducts assessments and works with individuals and interdisciplinary teams to develop person-centered plans, connects people with community-based services, advocates for individuals and families, monitors service delivery, and helps address health, safety, and emergency needs. The specialist follows Medicaid Waiver requirements, timelines, and documentation standards.

Service delivery is based on client and program needs. Depending on the position and service area, telehealth may be available for non-acute services or limited telework may be offered. This is an emergency/essential services position requiring the employee to report during inclement weather and other emergencies. The appointee must complete required background and registry checks, driving record and sanction screening, and TB screenings upon hire and annually thereafter.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Valid motor vehicle driver’s license with fewer than six demerit points, or equivalent in another state, maintained throughout employment.
• CPR certification required within three months of hire.
• Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) or Qualified Intellectual Disability Case Manager (QIDCM) credential required within one month of hire.
• Ability to drive to multiple community locations, including residential, vocational, and other facilities.
• Ability to use keyboard-driven equipment and communicate clearly orally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of intake procedures, social history development, and interviewing techniques.
• Knowledge of psychiatric, psychological, and/or sociological terminology and concepts.
• Knowledge of principles and methods related to treatment of people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, human rights, and mandated reporting, and ability to apply that knowledge.
• Knowledge of community resources, including relevant public and private organizations.
• Ability to recognize behavioral symptoms that may occur alongside medical needs, mental illness, or substance abuse.
• Ability to work successfully as a team member or leader, establish rapport with clients, and maintain effective relationships with clients and community partners.
• Ability to recommend alternatives that support individual choice in services, maintain records, and prepare reports.
• Required to complete criminal background, Child Protective Services Registry, driving record, and sanction screening checks to the employer’s satisfaction.
• TB screening required upon hire and annually thereafter.
• Must report for duty during inclement weather and other emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a human service-related field.
• Experience with service delivery under Medicaid and Medicaid Waivers.
• Current QDDP or QIDCM certification.
• Bilingual ability in English and another language; qualified bilingual employees may receive a foreign-language skills stipend.

Responsibilities

• Screen and interview prospective clients to determine their needs and appropriateness for the program.
• Conduct assessments and collaborate with individuals and interdisciplinary teams to develop and monitor person-centered service plans.
• Coordinate access to medical, psychiatric, social, educational, vocational, residential, and other community-based supports.
• Link clients with appropriate county, public, private, and community resources and share resource information with individuals and families.
• Visit providers to assess services, client satisfaction, and health and safety.
• Coordinate, implement, and monitor delivery of individual service plans; analyze progress and make necessary changes.
• Write service plans, progress notes, summaries, administrative reports, and other required documentation.
• Ensure adherence to Medicaid Waiver requirements and federal, state, local, agency, and licensure standards.
• Collaborate with service providers to address health and safety needs and coordinate responses to emergencies.
• Provide crisis intervention and advocate for clients in the community.
• Organize and maintain consumer files and confidential records.
• Coordinate and lead interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintain communication with families, landlords, county programs and agencies, and state agencies.
• Develop cooperative relationships with community groups, agencies, and service providers.
• Develop, provide, and coordinate relevant training for agency staff and vendors.
• For residential-services assignments, participate in recruitment, training, orientation, and evaluation of residential staff or home care providers; monitor drug inventories and use; cooperate with building inspections and coordinate maintenance; and prepare house account reports and monitor expenditures.

Benefits

• Competitive wage and benefits package.
• Extensive training and development.
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Clinical supervision for employees registered as licensed-eligible professionals in specified mental health disciplines.
• Foreign-language skills stipend of up to $1,600 per year for qualified bilingual full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level