Humans Rights and Quality of Life Coordinator

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Waltham, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Humans Rights and Quality of Life Coordinator. This position is based out of our Metro Regional Office in Waltham and works directly with Metro Residential Services (MRS), a division of DDS Metro that operates 20 group homes in the Boston area for adults with disabilities. The Human Rights and Quality of Life Coordinator oversees compliance with DDS certification criteria through the review and implementation of person-centered programming, as well as the education and upholding of Human Rights for the individuals supported through MRS.

Requirements

• At least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in investigatory or law enforcement work, or regulatory administration work
• (B) and equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
• A Bachelor's or higher degree may be substituted for the required experience.
• Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of resources for self-advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to apply conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with developmentally disabled adults.

Responsibilities

• Ensures each individual in Metro Residential Services receives a periodic assessment and record review to ensure programming is based on their unique needs and interests as well as MRS’s Mission, DDS regulations and QE Certification standards.
• Reviews and audits individual confidential records including assessments to ensure they are robust and meet the unique needs and interests of the individual.
• Reviews ISP objectives and goals in HCSIS and provide support to RSs (Residential Supervisors) on creating person-centered objectives that speak to the individual’s interests.
• Collaborates with QA/HR Associate and other staff to conduct individual satisfaction surveys with individuals supported by MRS. Through these findings, makes recommendations to RSs, DRSs (Directors of Residential Services) and MRS Administrators.
• Develops a monthly calendar of events to distribute to MRS residences that spotlight a variety of activities, events and special programs that may be of interest to individuals supported by MRS.
• Serves as a liaison between MRS and other key stakeholders, vendors, and businesses to develop relationships and identifies resources that may be available to individuals supported by MRS (ex: WDC for use of pool, DCR for adaptive skating, etc.)
• Attends house meetings to provide input and assistance on developing in-house and external activities and events.
• Serves as Human Rights Coordinator to staff and individuals served by the Metro Residential Services, and the Human Right Committee, to ensure the rights of Individuals are respected, protected and affirmed
• Provides training as needed or requested to the DRSs, Human Rights Advocates, Residential Supervisors and Residential Staff on issues related to Human Rights.
• Provides administrative support to MRS’s Human Rights Committee (HRC) by following up on questions and concerns of the committee and ensuring the committee has the information it needs to do its job.
• The coordinator also reports to the committee on efforts to meet its human rights training responsibilities.
• The other primary function of the coordinator is to oversee and support the work of the agency’s human rights officers
• Sets up a database to more effectively track and monitors information which is routinely reviewed by Human Rights Coordinators (HRCs)
• Ensures Executive Director and Director of Residential Supports (DRS) are aware of specific HRC concerns and assist to the extent indicated in addressing and resolving issues/concerns
• Pursues new membership for HRC as needed.
• Serves as a liaison to the Regional Human Rights Specialist
• In conjunction with the DRS, there is a Human Rights Advocate assigned to each home. Provides support to HRA through training and materials.
• Attends relevant trainings and conferences
• Coordinates the self-advocacy group, MRS Speaks Out, including setting up meetings, providing training or speakers of interest and coordinating agency involvement in self-advocacy conferences
• Directs the internship program through the Urban Youth Collaborative (UYC) and identifies opportunities within the region for intern placement
• Provides oversight and supervision of the interns including conducting weekly meetings, attending statewide events and ensuring compliance with the standards set by the UYC program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

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