Transitional Human Services Coordinator I

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Lawrence, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is excited to offer a career growth opportunity to a motivated and talented individual for the Transitional Human Service Coordinator (HSC I) position. The Coordinator works as part of the Area Office Team, having an assigned caseload of transitional students between the ages of 18-22 years with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Requirements

• Applicants must have (A) at least three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time, professional experience in human services work or social work or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
• A Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
• Based on assignment, travel may be required. Incumbents who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.
• Based on assignment as Qualified Intellectual Disabled Professionals, within the Department of Developmental Services, a Bachelor's degree or higher in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, counseling education, education of the physically or emotionally handicapped, education of the multiple handicapped, education of the learning disabled, human services, rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling, nursing, recreation therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, music therapy, physical education or other a related field is required.
• Must possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

Nice To Haves

• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Public Speaking experience

Responsibilities

• Acts as the primary contact for individuals and families served by the Department and are expected to effectively represent the Area Office by building respectful and collaborative partnerships with individuals, families, guardian, provider agencies and other stakeholder groups involving the work of the Area Office and the Department.
• Meets and assesses newly eligible transitional age adults for support needs; provides information and referral support to families, and assists families in applying/arranging for these supports.
• Acts as a liaison with service agencies (i.e. Department of Children and Families (DCF), Department of Public Health (DPH), Department of Mental Health (DMH), Early Intervention, and the Local Educational Authorities). The Coordinator participates in the Individual Education Plan (IEP), Team meetings, and develops Individual Transition Plans.
• Works with families in the DESE/ DDS project who are interested in participating in the Participant Directed Program. The Coordinator works closely with Family Support Centers, planning for supports and monitoring those services.
• Develops and maintains close working relationships with local schools authorities and facilitates a stable transition for individuals from school to adult services.
• Provides information to supervisor and other members of the Area Office Management Team and Regional Office as needed and will represent the Area Office effectively.
• Monitors the safety and well-being of assigned individuals; provides advocacy in human, civil and legal rights; facilitates team meetings; monitors follow-through on team recommendations while maintaining individuals’ records and relevant computer databases as well as maintains regular and consistent contact with individuals, service providers and families.
• Participates in after-hours transitional fairs and presentations

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: Entry Level