Acquired Brain Injury
2 weeks ago
Job Description
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is excited to offer a career growth opportunity to a motivated and talented individual for the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) / Moving Forward Plan (MFP) Human Services Coordinator I (HSC I) position at the Central/West Regional Office in Springfield.
This Human Services Coordinator I position will be based out of the Regional Office in Springfield and provides services to individuals served by the DDS Central/West Region. This position will be coordinating services for individuals eligible for ABI/MFP waivers pursuant to the Hutchinson settlement agreement.
The duties and responsibilities of the ABI/MFP Human Services Coordinator include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Leads an interdisciplinary team in the development, coordination, and integration of service plans for assigned individuals.
- Facilitates meetings with the interdisciplinary team to develop Individual Service Plans (ISP's).
- Maintains and updates written and electronic records.
- Coordinates services and advocates on behalf of the individual.
- Monitors and documents the provision of services and modifies service plans as needed.
- Protects the privacy of information.
- Ensures that the individual's legal, civil and human rights are protected.
- Provides information and other services to individuals and their families.
Schedule: Monday through Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Days Off: Sunday and Saturday.
Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program.
Driver's License Required.
About the Department of Developmental Services:
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.
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Pre-Hire Process:
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.
- Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search:
- Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services.
- National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check.
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For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at Ext. #4.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Applicants must have (A) at least three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time, professional experience in human services work or social work or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
Based on assignment, travel may be required. Incumbents who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.
Based on assignment as Qualified Intellectual Disabled Professionals, within the Department of Developmental Services, a Bachelor's degree or higher in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, counseling education, education of the physically or emotionally handicapped, education of the multiple handicapped, education of the learning disabled, human services, rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling, nursing, recreation therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, music therapy, physical education or other a related field is required.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
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