Developmental Disability Spec I- Support Coordination

This position works within our Support Coordination Division. You would be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering support coordination services to individuals with intellectual or other developmental disabilities. Using a collaborative person-centered planning approach, assist the individual in accessing needed medical, psychiatric, social, educational, vocational, residential and other supports essential for living in the community and in developing his/her desired lifestyle. Complete assessments, leads interdisciplinary team in developing person-centered plan with the individual, links to needed services/supports, and monitors delivery and quality of services according to the plan and changes plan, as needed. Act as a resource to the individual and his/her family and provides information about county, generic, and community resources. Meet with individuals in the community, where services are provided. Collaborate with vendors to ensure that health and safety needs are met. Manage emergencies. Require use of PC and electronic health record; requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The CSB strives to create a work environment that facilitates professional growth by broadening your skill base with extensive training and development, modeling best practices in employee relations, employee recognition programs and advancement opportunities along with providing a highly competitive wage and benefits package. Since 1969, the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board has served individuals of all ages who have mental illness, substance use disorders, serious emotional and/or developmental disabilities. Our vision, aligned with the goals of One Fairfax, is that everyone in our community has the support needed to live a healthy, fulfilling life. Fairfax County is a dynamic and diverse community spanning over 400 square miles. With over 1.2 million residents, Fairfax County is the most populous jurisdiction in Virginia. Operating as part of Fairfax County government's human services system the CSB provides a wide array of services offering opportunities for career growth and advancement.

To learn more about this division, watch our video Support Coordination Services video.

Additional benefits of working with the CSB include:

• Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home - including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others. We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1560/year (full-time) may be given for qualified bi-lingual employees.
• The CSB provides clinical supervision for employees who are registered as licensed eligible mental health in one of the following areas: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• License/Certification Reimbursement - Reimbursement for job related licenses and/or certifications once per year.
• To find out more about the benefits of working with Fairfax County Government, please visit the CSB Careers Page.

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

• Coordinates and leads interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and monitor consumer service plan;
  
• Determines most appropriate services and coordinates with service provider and family to schedule multidisciplinary evaluation.
• Participates in the implementation and review of individual service plans;
• Participates in meetings related to services and needs;
• Provides crisis intervention in emergency situations and collaborates with supervisor regarding the need for intervention by external sources, as necessary;
• Links clients with appropriate community resources;
• Organizes and maintains individual files and other confidential records, including state plan option and non-Medicaid case records;
• Provides continuous review and evaluation of individual's progress towards established goals;
• Represents program in the community;
• Maintains ongoing communication with families, county programs and agencies, and state agencies.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques related to treatment of individuals with an intellectual disability or other developmental disabilities;
• Knowledge of psychiatric, psychological, and/or sociological terminology and concepts;
• Knowledge of counseling and interviewing techniques;
• Knowledge of case management principles;
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as issues relevant to human rights, mandated reporting, and skill in applying this knowledge to a variety of situations;
• Knowledge of program services;
• Knowledge of community resources, including relevant public and private organizations;
• Ability to successfully participate and/or facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings;
• Ability to recommend alternatives to allow for individual choice in services
• Ability to recognize external behavioral symptoms of developmentally disabled individuals who may concurrently exhibit signs of mental illness or substance abuse;
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports;
• Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with individuals;
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field.

(Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class may require a bachelor's degree in a human services field or be a registered nurse and may require specific certification(s) prior to employment and/or the ability to acquire necessary certification(s) within a specified time period following employment. The certifications are identified in the position description and employment advertisement.)

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Valid motor vehicle driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) maintained throughout employment with CSB
• First Aid and CPR certification within 3 months of hire
• Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) - within 1 month of hire
• Qualified Intellectual Disability Case Manager (QIDCM) - within 1 month of hire

• The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, a driving record check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire.

• At least 2 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual (ID) or other developmental (DD) disabilities diagnosis.
• Experience with service delivery under Medicaid and Medicaid Waivers.
• Current certification as a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP).