What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service & Support Specialist position at LUCAS COUNTY BD OF DEV DISABILITIES?
The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities is seeking social service professionals (social workers, case managers, service coordinators) to develop and implement service programming for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Service and Support Specialists or SSAs, are the primary point of coordination for individuals with an Intellectual or Developmental Disability throughout Lucas County, aged 3 through end of life in community-based services. We assist individuals to live, work, and thrive in their communities. SSAs meet with individuals, families, and service providers to complete assessments, complete linkage and referral to community resources, and authorize Medicaid Waiver services for those who qualify. We are interviewing now for a September 21st orientation.
SSAs are full time and have the ability to work hybrid remote up to 20 hours a week. We offer a Monday-Friday flexible work schedule.
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
· Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience in coordinating, assessing, and linking services and supports in addition to, or conjunction with, developing service plans for individuals.
· Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university and successful completion of a University or College sponsored one (1) academic year SSA internship with LCBDD.
· Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record. Requires reliable transportation.
Preferred Experience:
· Service coordination experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or in a related field preferred.
Our organization is committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment. To support this, we have established a drug-free workplace policy that prohibits the use, possession, distribution, or influence of illegal drugs and controlled substances. This policy extends to all substances, including but not limited to, medical and recreational cannabis regardless of state legal status.
We are an equal opportunity employer. If in need of ADA accommodations, contact us directly at 419-380-4033.