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COUNTY OF GREENE JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: County Caseworker 1 (2 Vacancies) Supports Coordinator-IDD

UMWA Union Position

DEPARTMENT: Human Services--IDD

LOCATION: Fort Jackson Building

SALARY: $20.08/hour

HOURS: 35 Hours per Week

(Starting and Ending to be set by Management)

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB:

Employee ensures local access to a comprehensive array of quality case management services necessary to help individuals and their families lead more fulfilled lives in their communities. Greene County Human Services, IDD program will strive to effectively manage and remain responsive to a dynamic and changing health care environment.

This professional casework position in the IDD Supports Coordination is responsible for the case management of IDD consumers. This position is primarily responsible for the locating, coordinating, and monitoring of services and referral to services, and the application of a consistent advocacy position for all consumers in IDD Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF JOB:

****MUST PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTION S AT OR ABOVE THE DESIGNATED PRODUCTIVITY

STANDARD*****

1. Schedule and facilitate Individual Service Plan Meetings and perform all necessary updates to individual's ISPs in the Home and Community Services Information System (HCSIS) adhering to required timeframes.

2. Provide Face to Face case management services to all active consumers in accordance with Federal Regulation including monitoring to evaluate the quality and appropriateness of services and/or determine the need for additional or alternative service. Interpret the program and all applicable policies and procedures to individuals as needed.

3. Works in close cooperation with Supervisor, Provider Managers, other agencies, hospitals, clinics, courts, school districts, and other community resources in planning to meet the needs of IDD individuals. Attend regular review meetings with Providers and other social service agencies that work with the individuals.

4. Attends weekly departmental staffing and other regular meetings with Supervisory staff as assigned.

5. Prepares correspondence and reports as requested by the Supervisor including, but not limited to, Independent Monitoring for Quality reports.

6. Updates and maintains information required in department charts, HCSIS and the Agency's Consumer Management Computer System in accordance with ODP

regulations and Agency policy. Maintains accurate records and service notes applicable to billable & non-billable time according to ODP guidelines and agency set standards.

7. Participate in annual staff development trainings as required by County, the Office of Developmental Programming, or the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

OTHER DUTIES OF THE JOB:

1. Attend training sessions as needed and as approved by supervisor

2. Act as a resource for individuals requesting information

3. Assist other workers in meeting the needs of the consumers

4. All other duties as assigned.

5. Travels to client homes, providers, meetings, trainings, and/or other related county business as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives regular instruction and ongoing supervision in regard to daily work duties from Supervisor.

SUPERVISON GIVEN:

None.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Works indoors and outdoors in adequate work space, lighting, ventilation and temperatures.

2. Works with above average exposure to stress and noise, but subject to frequent disruptions.

3. Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

4. Works outdoors in all weather conditions.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL CONDITIONS

1. Must possess ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.

2. Must be able to sit for long periods throughout the workday, with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching and driving as necessary to carry out essential job duties.

3. Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands; feet/legs; torso as necessary to carry out duties of job.

4. Light work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of twenty pounds.

5. Must demonstrate emotional stability.

6. Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.

7. Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/TRAINING

A bachelor's degree, which includes or is supplemented by at least 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social science*;

OR

Two years of college (including earning an associate degree) with 12 eligible credits AND two years' experience in a position performing paraprofessional case management functions**- experience can be calculated through the completion of acceptable social science/social service courses at the rate of 30 credits equaling one year experience.

OR

12 eligible credits AND three years' experience in a position performing paraprofessional case management functions**- experience can be calculated through the completion of acceptable social science/social service courses at the rate of 30 credits equaling one year experience.

OR

12 eligible credits AND two years' professional experience in developmental disabilities, special education, mental health, counseling psychology, school psychology, social work or health and rehabilitative services***- experience can be calculated through the completion of acceptable social science/social service courses at the rate of 30 credits equaling one year experience.

B. Must possess a valid driver's license and current FBI, State Police and Child Abuse Clearance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Must be able to speak and understand the English language and to follow oral and written instructions.

2. Must possess knowledge of current social case management principles, techniques and methods.

3. Must possess knowledge of current social, economic, and health problems and resources and the recognition of their impact on the growth and development of people.

4. Must possess knowledge of individual and group development and behaviors and ways of working effectively with adults and children who have social, economic, emotional, or health problems.

5. Must possess knowledge of the basic principles and methods of program interpretation and community organizations.

6. Must possess the ability to work effectively with people and aid them to grow in the constructive use of their potential in adjusting to their specific disability.

7. Must possess the ability to understand and assess the needs and rights of others and to work with adults and children who are physically challenged, emotionally troubled, or economically disadvantaged.

8. Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.

9. Must possess initiative and problem solving skills.

10. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of local, state, and federal agencies; health organizations and institutions; and the general public.

11. Must possess the ability to perform research and organization professional presentations.

12. Must possess the technical knowledge of operating personal computers and other office equipment.

13. Must possess good communication skills, both orally and in writing.

14. Must have ability to prepare required reports in a timely and accurate manner.

15. Must possess knowledge of federal, state and county laws, policies and procedures in regard to operating local government, county code and administrative policies and procedures.

16. Must possess ability to handle a high volume of work efficiently.

17. Must possess basic math skills and ability to accurately prepare required reports and mathematical record keeping.

18. Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to county information and files and records.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested internal candidates should send a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department. External candidates should complete an online application at www.greenecountypa.gov.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

The County of Greene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer