Senior Social Services Coordinator; HCA​/DDSD

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Description:

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

The Health Care Authority (HCA) participates in E-Verify and will verify employment eligibility upon hire.

Our Vision

• Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

• We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

• Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.
• Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.
• Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.
• Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness.

The Senior Social Services Coordinator will:

• Provide guidance, technical assistance, and outreach to individuals, families, providers, and community partners to promote person-centered planning, meaningful community inclusion, and competitive integrated employment;
• Support participants in achieving their individual goals by fostering inclusive community supports and opportunities that enhance independence, well-being, and quality of life;
• Conduct in-person visits with individuals enrolled in any of the Developmental Disabilities Support Division's (DDSD) three waiver programs to assess health, safety, satisfaction, and overall well-being.

The Senior Social Services Coordinator is responsible for:

• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to advance Employment First principles, providing education and technical assistance on community integration strategies, and promoting successful school-to-work transitions for eligible individuals;
• Serving as the regional subject matter expert on community inclusion and employment, providing guidance on Employment First principles, informed choice, equitable access to community opportunities, the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Non-Residential Settings Rule, transportation, and competitive integrated employment;
• Promoting community inclusion and employment initiatives through outreach and collaboration with regional school districts, community organizations, employers, job fairs, and other community events;
• Providing technical assistance and consultation to interdisciplinary teams, individuals receiving services, families, providers, school personnel, vocational partners, and other stakeholders regarding community inclusion, employment services, and School-to-Work Transition initiatives within DDSD programs;
• Responding promptly to questions and concerns related to regional service delivery, applicable regulations, program requirements, and service standards, ensuring consistent interpretation and implementation of DDSD policies;
• Supporting person-centered planning by identifying and promoting inclusive community experiences and employment opportunities that align with each individual's preferences, strengths, and goals;
• Collaborating with internal and external partners to identify and address barriers to community participation and employment, promoting equitable access to services and supports;
• Providing education, training, and outreach to increase awareness of community inclusion, competitive integrated employment, and available DDSD resources;
• Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with schools, providers, employers, workforce development agencies, and community organizations to expand opportunities for individuals receiving services.

• This position provides support to individuals with an intellectual/developmental disability who are on the Developmental Disability or Mi Via waiver, guardians, and providers.

The Ideal Candidate has:

• Two (2) years of any combination of experience working with communities, working on health or social service-related matters, social work, case management, behavioral health, or health care, preferably with individuals with intellectual and developmental…