Developmental Disabilities Specialist - ONA Assessor

About the Position

Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services is seeking to fill a Developmental Disabilities Specialist – ONA Assessor position within our agency. This is a very exciting opportunity to make a difference for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities! The role of the Developmental Disabilities Specialist – ONA Assessor will include working with individuals and their families to administer 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.

During the workday, there will be frequent contact via in‑person or video meetings, telephone calls and email with the individuals we serve, family members, advocates, service providers and other professionals in the community. You will be a part of a strong and supportive team. 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.

Monday – Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Telework is available after an initial training period of a few months and is subject to the daily need of traveling to client meeting locations in‑office and around Lane County.

AFSCME represented position.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

• One year of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
• This position is subject to a full background check.

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, the incumbent 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. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.