Description

THE ORGANIZATION

Alta California Regional Center (ACRC) is a non-profit agency under contract to the State of California and for 50 years has provided the coordination of services to individuals with developmental disabilities. ACRC employs approximately 700 persons working out of eight offices in a ten-county area. ACRC is one of 21 Regional Centers in California.

COMPENSATION

The below is dependent upon experience and education.

• Participant Choice Specialist I: $21.01 - $26.78/hr.
• Participant Choice Specialist III: $24.63 - $31.43/hr. (must possess a master's degree and 1-year social work experience)
• Participant Choice Specialist IV: $27.19 - $34.71/hr. (must a possess a master's degree and 2-years post-masters experience)

The actual amount offered within this range will depend on a variety of factors including skills and abilities, education, experience, and other relevant job-related factors. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

THE POSITION AND JOB SUMMARY

This position is currently located in the Placerville office and may have cases anywhere in the greater Placerville area. This program provides participants with more flexibility and personal responsibility in choosing services and support through an annual budget. This position includes assisting clients and their families in assessing client’s current needs, developing an annual budget, working with the client and their circle of support to create a plan that outlines how the money will be used to purchase services and supports, serving as an advocate for the client with community agencies; consulting with and assisting with communication to the Financial Management Service provider, providing education to clients and their circle of support on resources and supports available through the Self-Determination Program, assisting clients in managing their funds, submitting applications, and referrals; participation in the development of Individual Program Plans for clients; monitoring these plans and revising them as necessary; completing all required forms, documentation, and reports in accordance with regulations and ACRC policies and procedures; rotating officer-of-the-day duties with other Service Coordinators; assisting co-workers with special projects, unique problems, vacation, and sick relief; and providing emergency on-call services when required.

SUMMARY OF OUTSTANDING BENEFITS

ACRC offers an excellent working environment and a benefits package to include:

• 90% employer-paid health insurance plus low-cost dependent coverage including domestic partners
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance for employees plus dependents
• 100% employer-paid employee life insurance coverage
• 100% employer-paid long term disability coverage
• Flexible benefits pre-tax spending program
• CalPERS employee pension plan; and 457 and 403-B voluntary tax shelter annuities.

OTHER BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• 17-22 annual vacation days
• 12 annual sick days
• 14 paid holidays
• Longevity leave
• Employee Assistance Program, and many other generous benefits.

Many of our employees participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
This is intended to represent a general summary of benefit plans and coverages only.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess: a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field; demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills; and have strong time management and organization skills. One year of professional experience in social work or a related field (preferably in the field of developmental disabilities) is preferred. Other requirements and qualifications may apply.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER