Developmental Disabilities Specialist

Developmental Disabilities Specialist

Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services is seeking compassionate, motivated individuals to join our team. This posting may be used to fill positions in several program areas—including Service Coordination, Eligibility, and Oregon Needs Assessment (ONA)—based on program needs and the experience, skills, and interests of final candidates. About the Role DD Specialists support children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Collaborating with individuals, families, guardians, advocates, service providers, and community partners across a variety of settings is a fundamental component of all DD Specialist positions. DD Specialists must also maintain clear and accurate documentation, utilizing electronic platforms, in accordance with county and state rules.

Depending on assignment, more specific duties may include:

• Completing the Oregon Needs Assessment (ONA) through document review, face-to-face contact and an interview process with the individual, family/guardian, service providers and other supports. This position interacts with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in a variety of different settings.
• Services Coordination through person-centered planning in collaboration with people we serve and their circle of support. Services Coordinators are also responsible for authorizing and monitoring the provision of funded I/DD services and providing referrals for community resources that are not directly funded by our service delivery system.
• Conducting intake and eligibility determinations by collecting and reviewing medical, school, and psychological records, and applying complex eligibility criteria. You will collaborate extensively with applicants, family members, advocates, referring partners, and medical professionals to gather the information needed to make this determination

You will be part of a strong and supportive team, whose mission is to assist people to lead fulfilling lives through community connections. Regular supervision is provided including onboarding, training, and support to learn the County and State rules and regulations. As our office continues to adjust and adapt to new ways of doing our work, there will be opportunities for teleworking weekly.

We actively value using an equity lens and trauma-informed principles. Ongoing support, training, and education in these areas is a strong focus in our workplace.

Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services strives to provide a responsive, cooperative lifespan delivery system of support, training, care, monitoring, protection and crisis response for persons with developmental disabilities and their families. Services are designed to maximize opportunities for self-determination and self-sufficiency.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm

* This is an AFSCME represented position*

* This position is budgeted for a maximum of 1,040 hours during the fiscal year.

Hybrid telework may be optional or a condition of employment depending on the needs of the division at the time of hire.

Training:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

One year of experience of working with persons with developmental disabilities. An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Notes:

• Offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing the Oregon DHS ORCHARDS Background check.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors:
Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.