Staff Specialist - Autism Waiver

• Provides monthly Autism Waiver service coordination to eligible children and their families.
• Works in conjunction with the Lead Autism Waiver service coordinator to determine initial eligibility.
• Collaborates with school psychologists in order to facilitate the annual redetermination of Waiver eligibility for each student.
• Conducts annual homes visits with families.
• Maintains monthly contacts with participants and families via mail, email, telephone, provider site, or home visit.
• Orchestrates annual redetermination meetings with participant families.
• Updates participant Plans of Care annually or more often if the needs of the participant change.
• Reviews and maintains provider treatment plans for each participant.
• Maintains accurate, accessible records to meet all state and federal monitoring requirements.
• Monitors billing and payment procedures for service providers and agencies.
• Participates in and supervises Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings serving as the BCPS representative and/or the service coordinator when appropriate.
• Facilitates quarterly visits to the Autism Waiver participant including a minimum of one home visit annually.
• Conducts assessments with families in order to determine the needs of the child and family. Assists families and providers in problem solving as issues arise.
• Serves as a liaison to families, schools, and community service providers.
• Assists parents by answering questions throughout the Waiver process.
• Assists families in locating community resources as well as planning for transition.
• Attends state Autism Waiver update meetings and conveys any current information as necessary.
• Completes risk assessments if the needs of the participant change.
• Reviews and responds to Reportable Events received from providers.
• Provides crisis intervention support and consultation regarding available services on a 24-hour, 7 day a week basis.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

• Bachelor's degree in General Education, Special Education, Mental Health, or other Human Service field required. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution.
• Experience working with or teaching students with special needs. Dual certification preferred.
• Knowledge of the Autism Waiver preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

• Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see City Schools' non-discrimination statemen City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups.

For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager, 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208, Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.