Disability and Aging Service Coordinator - Beatrice

State of Nebraska • Beatrice, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is hiring a Service Coordinator in Beatrice, Nebraska. DDD provides funding and oversight for Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver services for people with disabilities, including physical or intellectual/developmental disabilities, children with special health care needs, and older adults.

The Service Coordinator serves as a case manager for people determined eligible for a waiver. The role coordinates and oversees services, conducts assessments and eligibility determinations, develops service and support plans, makes appropriate referrals, monitors service delivery, and safeguards the health, welfare, and safety of the people supported.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and professional experience in education, psychology, social work, sociology, human services, or a related field, plus experience in services or programs for people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities. Related experience, coursework, training, and/or education may substitute for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Applicants who will graduate within 90 days of application may be considered.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have immediate access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing person-centered plans, completing assessments, habilitation, program implementation, and facilitating teams and meetings.
• Experience using Word, Excel, Outlook, Nfocus, and Therap.
• Experience in services or programs for people with special health care needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the delivery of services.
• Conduct assessments and eligibility determinations.
• Develop plans of services and supports.
• Provide appropriate referrals.
• Monitor the provision of services.
• Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of the people supported.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, with eligibility varying by position, agency, and employment status.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time