Acquired Brain Injury Human Services Coordinator I

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Acquired Brain Injury Human Services Coordinator I - (2600054S)

This position is located in Danvers, MA

The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is dedicated to creating, in partnership with others innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in, and contribute to, their communities asvalued members.

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Northeast Regional Office (Danvers), is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic human service professional for the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Department. This Brain Injury Services Coordinator position will be coordinating services for individuals eligible for (ABI) and (MFP) waivers pursuant to the Hutchinson settlement agreement.

• The ABI Service Coordinator works with an Interdisciplinary Team in the development, coordination, and integration of service plans for assigned individuals.
• This position facilitates meeting with the interdisciplinary team to develop Individual Service Plans (ISP)
• Coordinates the activities of a multitude of service stakeholders including:
  Mass Health, UMASS, Transitional Entities, and Agencies, Residential and Day service providers and DDS staff.
• Maintains and updates written and electronic records.
• Serves as advocate on behalf of the individual.
• Serves as an advocate on behalf of the individual
• Monitors and documents the provision of services and modifies service plans as needed.
• Protects the privacy of information and ensures that the individual's legal, civil and human rights are protected.
• Provides information and other services to individuals and their families.

• Experience working with individuals with Acquired Brain Injury and related conditions.
• Knowledge of the types and manifestations of developmental, psychological and emotional disorders for individuals with Acquired Brain Injury.
• Previous first-hand knowledge of the ABI and MFP Waivers.
• Experience in the transitioning of individuals who are receiving residential and developmental support from a nursing home or rehabilitation facility to community-based services.
• Experience negotiating waiver services rates with providers.
• Understanding of related Medicaid and Medicare regulations.

• Knowledge and demonstrated skill in development and implementation of educational, and/or Individual Support Plan (ISP).
• Sensitivity to religious, ethnic and linguistic diversity of participants with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) or qualifying disabilities and their family members.
• Knowledge of the general field of Acquired Brain Injury or qualifying disabilities.
• Knowledge of the principles and theories of participant and family growth and development.
• Knowledge of mental health and/or behavioral disorders and supports needed to address those disorders.
• Knowledge of motivation and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Ability to demonstrate skill in handling confidential information.
• Ability to seek guidance and support and take direction from supervisors and clinical consultants when needed.
• Establishing and Maintaining Relationships: developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
• Working with the Public:
  Dealing respectfully and professionally with the public, including receiving clients or others doing business with the agency in a sensitive and understanding manner.
• Adaptability/Flexibility:
  Being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Please Note:

This position is located in the Hogan Regional Center in Danvers, MA

Schedule: Full-time 37.5 hours
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:45a.m.

- 5:00p.m.
Days Off: Saturday & Sunday

* Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program/area office.

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

• Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

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