I/DD Specialist

GENESEE HEALTH SYSTEM-posted 10 days ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Flint, MI

501-1,000 employees

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Under the direction of the Supervisor of Specialty Developmental Services and Outreach, or designee, the DD Specialist works as an integral member of behavioral/mental health programs within GHS. Work occurs in a variety of venues and locations, including but not limited to schools, healthcare facilities, community agencies, group and individual settings, community events, and canvasing. This individual will use the Community Health Worker model, as well as other evidence based crisis and trauma support methods. Directs a team of CHW’s in daily assignments and tasks and may maintain a small caseload as well. Acts as an ongoing Liaison with community partners to facilitate referrals for other needed services and supports. Works a regular schedule with some night and weekend hours.

Minimum of 24 college credit hours AND one (1) year experience with CHW certification OR bachelor’s degree AND complete CHW certification within one (1) year of hire.
Additionally, a minimum of one (1) year experience working with children and families providing outreach, support and referral services.
Employee must maintain Community Health Worker certification to retain employment.
Must obtain MiBridges certification within six (6) months of hire.
Must be willing and able to work weekends, holidays, or irregular hours to accommodate needs of the services recipients and may be required to be “on call”.
Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and own transportation or the use of a vehicle during working hours.
Must be willing to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) if requested.
Must be willing and able to provide services in the home, community and office settings.
Must be able to physically perform job related tasks.
Must be able to exert 20 pounds of force frequently and/or consistently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Must be able to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction; pick, pinch, type or otherwise primarily with fingers.
Must be able to apply pressure to an object with the fingers and palms.
Must be able to raise objects horizontally from position to position.
Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Walking and standing also required.
Must be familiar with Michigan Special Education services, IEP process, and Self Determination.
Vision – Position requires the ability to visually assess details at both near and far distances, as well as to perceive depth and spatial relationships with or without reasonable accommodations.
Hearing – Position requires the ability to receive and respond to verbal communication with or without reasonable accommodations.
Position requires the ability to lift up to 35lbs on an occasional basis
Position requires the ability to regularly stand for extended periods of time
Position requires the ability to walk at a minimum of 35% up to a maximum of 65%
Position will require the ability to occasionally stoop, bend, or reach to perform work tasks with or without reasonable accommodation
Position must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, including the use of hands and fingers for handling, grasping, typing, writing, or operating equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.

Individual with a strong knowledge of Genesee County and State of Michigan community resources and service organizations.
Knowledge and/or training in MDHHS Parent Support Partner values and standards
Demonstrated experience assisting families with guardianship education and application.
Experience working with children with Intellectual/Developmental Delays in a Center-Based school setting.

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