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Job Title:

Community Services Coordinator- Office of Deaf Services- Atlanta

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000002417

Number of Openings:

1

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

BASED ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Job Description:

Job Title: Community Services Coordinator- Office of Deaf Services- Atlanta

Workplace: 200 Piedmont Ave, SE. Atlanta, Ga. 30334

Hybrid- 3 days per week in office

Travel: 30-50%

Job Summary:

Responsible for state-wide coordination of all services provided to Deaf Class Members by DBHDD directly or through its provider network. The preferred qualification for the CSC position shall be a master's degree in a human services field such as psychology, counseling, education or social work, with at least two (2) years of experience in deaf services delivery. The CSC shall be ASL-Fluent and have a working knowledge of deaf culture and, preferably, systems theory. Ideally, the CSC shall hold a clinical license and be trained to assist with clinical supervision.

Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards:

Assists the State Director of Deaf Services in planning and implementing programs for DBHDD consumers who are deaf, deaf blind or hard of hearing to assure continuity of care and quality of treatment through providers who are fluent in American Sign Language.

Identifies program enhancement needs, sets goals and develops programs focused upon meeting the identified needs across the state.

Coordinates DBHDD services to consumers with a hearing loss who communicate in sign language with other local, state and national agencies, public and private to ensure collaboration and continuity of care.

Coordinate with regional offices to ensure that access and culturally appropriate services are provided by contracted providers of DBHDD; Advocates for the needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers with the Director of Deaf Services and with other local, state and national agencies. Coordinates the Department's response to the disaster mental health needs of individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind and hard of hearing.

Works with the State Director of Deaf Services in initiating and monitoring provider contracts, and provides oversight of provider services, providing input to the recruiting, hiring, supervising and evaluating of staff by providers.

Acts as the focal point of information for individuals and family members seeking DBHDD services for individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind or hard of hearing.

Provides in-service training and individual case consultation on the specific needs of individual consumers as requested.

Monitors program effectiveness, efficiency and satisfaction in treatment, outpatient and community residential settings.

Provides input into program or staffing enhancements as may be requested by contract providers or state entities.

This position will function with considerable independence as a key decision maker, but in close collaboration and consultation with the Director of Deaf Services.

Provides supervision to the Communication Assessment Team Co-chair the Deaf Services Advisory Council Other duties as assigned.

Note: A moderate amount of in-state and out-of-state travel will be required.

This position requires the selected applicant to be fluent in American Sign Language. A Sign Language Proficiency Interview Score of Advanced is required, Superior is preferred.

For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/

Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza*

*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field which includes two (2) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or six (6) years of related professional experience which includes two (2) years in a managerial or supervisory role.--Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.