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Disability Access Point Coordinator

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50301, USA
Listing for: Government Jobs
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-10
Job specializations:
  • Social Work
    Family Advocacy & Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: DISABILITY ACCESS POINT COORDINATOR

Social Work Consultant

Under general supervision, performs advanced, professional, and consultative social work duties for the Disability Access Point by ensuring high-quality navigation services across subcontracted providers. This role supports contract compliance, operational oversight, and technical guidance to ensure effective and uniform service delivery.

Illustrative Examples of Work
  • Assists the Disability Access Point Supervisor in ensuring contract compliance, addressing subcontractor questions, and contributing to program initiatives for sub-contractor Disability Service Navigators serving individuals and their caregivers across District 5.
  • Provides technical guidance to subcontract navigators regarding complex client-level situations, helping ensure accurate interpretation and implementation of DAP service expectations, including Information and Assistance, Options Counseling, Short-Term Services and Supports, and non-Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports Coordination.
  • Interprets, communicates, and clarifies policies, procedures, and requirements to subcontractor navigators to support consistent service delivery and adherence to statewide standards.
  • Delivers training, coaching, and ongoing support to subcontractor navigators to strengthen skills related to assessing needs, developing service plans, providing referrals, and supporting client-directed goal setting.
  • Reviews and analyzes reports and data submitted by subcontractor agencies, identifying trends, performance strengths, and areas requiring improvement, and provides recommendations to leadership for follow-up actions.
  • Serves as a liaison between the DAP program and community organizations, provider agencies, and other partners to support strategic communication, problem resolution, and effective coordination of services and supports.
  • Maintains organized and accurate documentation related to subcontractor performance, program operations, and technical guidance provided.
  • Performs related duties as required.
Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities
  • Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of social work and service coordination for individuals with disabilities.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles of human growth, behavior, and the social determinants that impact long-term services and supports.
  • Thorough knowledge of common disability-related and mental health needs, functional limitations, and how these relate to service planning and navigation.
  • Thorough knowledge of community-based resources, short-term and long-term services and supports, and statewide systems available to individuals with disabilities or mental health diagnoses, their families, and caregivers.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local program rules, policies, and procedures governing disability and mental health social service programs.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of program planning, implementation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
  • Knowledge of contract compliance standards and performance monitoring practices for subcontracted service providers.
  • Knowledge of data analysis methods used to assess service trends, identify performance gaps, and support program decision-making.
  • Ability to develop and provide coaching, technical assistance, and constructive feedback to support navigator performance and program consistency.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when addressing complex client circumstances and supporting navigator decision-making.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with community organizations, providers, agencies, and stakeholders to resolve issues and coordinate services.
  • Ability to maintain professionalism when navigating high-stress or sensitive situations.
  • Ability to interpret, apply, and communicate rules, regulations, and program standards governing DAP services.
  • Ability to use persuasion, tact, negotiation skills, and diplomacy to effectively resolve disputes and gain consensus.
  • Ability to prepare, proofread, edit, and submit complete and concise case records and progress reports.
  • Ability to analyze program data and contractor reporting to identify trends, areas of concern, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Ability to use electronic management information systems and reporting tools with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to express ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to assist and interact effectively with non-English speaking clients.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with clients, other County employees, representatives of related community organizations, and the general public, fostering a collaborative and professional work environment.
Training and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology, or related, and
  • Four years of experience working with people with mental health, brain injuries, or intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, including two years of…
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