Support Living Specialist

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and implement an overall specialized system of supported living options.
• Create an evaluation process for follow-up and ongoing monitoring of programs.
• Act as liaison to local providers of supported living services and serve as communication link between the Agency and the providers.
• Act as liaison to the Department of Developmental Services for issues regarding supported living services.
• Analyze and apply existing and proposed statutes and regulations.
• Draft revisions to Agency policies and guidelines and work with DDS to implement revised policies.
• Participate in the Request for Proposals (RFP) for potential new housing providers.
• Implement internal and external communications strategies that promote and educate employees and the community regarding supported living services initiatives.
• Facilitate communications at all levels to solve problems and participate in planning of proactive solutions.
• Coordinate supported living services for people supported with various community partners.
• Set priorities, organize workload, manage relevant contracts with community partners, and meet agreed upon deadlines.
• Share related information and articles to staff and stakeholders as appropriate.
• Prepare and send required reports related to Supported Living Services within the Agency's community.
• Contribute to Individual Service Plans for people supported who currently participate in housing services.
• Respond to questions related to SLS regulations and interpretation of the regulations.
• May act as a witness in appeals.
• Conduct New Hire and other training relevant to function to staff and community.
• Provide updates on related Performance Contract Measures as requested.
• Implement internal and external communications strategies that promote and educate employees and the community regarding supported living services initiatives.
• Facilitate communications at all levels to solve problems and participate in planning of proactive solutions.
• Serve as liaison to community organizations including local government housing departments, non-profit housing development corporations, families/consumer groups interested in residential development.
• Present supported living services information to people supported, families, service providers, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in special projects and assist with additional duties or tasks, as assigned.
• Maintain all client information as confidential in compliance with the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and the California Lanterman Act.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work or related human services field
• 2+ years in social services
• Experience in interpretation of policies, procedures, legislation and regulations pertaining to particular programs, including Regional Center Systems and Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act

Skills

• Budget creation and management, preferably as it pertains to Title XVII
• Negotiation

Desired Qualifications

• Regional center experience and/or knowledge of program development, consultation, and workshop coordination
• Experience in multi-cultural settings and/or multi-lingual capacity

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution and additional employer-paid Life, Disability, and Vision coverage
• 10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account to help you save for the future!
• Generous time off benefits: 13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for continuing education

How to Apply

Golden Gate Regional Center values diversity; people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please complete the application and submit your most recent resume. If you feel that the questions do not accurately capture what you have to offer Golden Gate Regional Center, you are also welcome to attach a cover letter. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to submit yours soon. We look forward to reading your application. Golden Gate Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.