You haven't searched anything yet.
Self Determination (SDP) Support Specialist
Full-time, Non-exempt
Salary Range - $24.38 to $46.79 Hourly
The Organization
San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center (SG/PRC) is a private, non-profit agency that is contracted with the State of California, Department of Developmental Services, to provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. SG/PRC has proudly served the San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys since 1986, serving 30 cities in its catchment area. We serve individuals across the lifespan from infants and toddlers, school age children, transition-age youth, to adults and aging adults.
The Position
Under the direction of a Specialized Services Manager- Special Projects, the primary responsibility of this position is to provide individuals served and their families direction and leadership for implementation of the Self-Determination Program. The SDP Support Specialist works in collaboration with Lead SDP Support Specialists in supporting service coordinators and individuals served and their families with timely transitions to SDP. They also make accurate information available to regional center staff, individual served and families about SDP related services, including state and federal regulations that determine allowable and non-allowable use of SDP funds. The SDP Support Specialist understands the principles of self-determination, how services are obtained through SDP and the rights of SDP participants. The SDP Support Specialist embraces principles of continuous improvement as an agent of positive change and is an advocate for expanding the choices of individuals served, and advising Managers and Directors where adjustments are needed to support the SDP Support Specialist function as a method to help individuals served achieve their goals, and dreams in an inclusive society of endless opportunities.
Essential Job Functions
Employment Standards
Bachelor Degree in social work, psychology, human development, sociology, public health nursing or a related field and two years’ experience in developmental disabilities or a related field. A Master's degree in a related field can be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Knowledge and Abilities
Other Essential Requirements
Employees using a private vehicle for agency purposes must maintain a valid driver’s license and minimum liability insurance coverage.
SG/PRC Offers an Excellent Benefits Package including:
Professional Development Opportunities & Growth
SG/PRC values the professional development of staff! Many Services Coordinators and Administrative Staff gain experience and enter into Supervisor, Manager or Director positions.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At SG/PRC, we value and celebrate diversity! In September 2022, SG/PRC launched an initiative to enhance and strengthen our commitment to diversity and belonging.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.38 - $46.79 per hour
Benefits:
Experience level:
Shift:
Weekly day range:
Work setting:
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pomona, CA 91766
Full Time
$67k-84k (estimate)
04/25/2024
05/12/2024
sgprc.com
Pomona, CA
<25