Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) Assessor (Lynchburg, VA)

About the role

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals across the U.S. and has clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. This position is hybrid with 100% in-state travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Supports Intensity Scale – Adult Version™ (SIS-A) 2nd edition assessments and Virginia Supplemental Questions with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Conduct Supports Intensity Scale–Children version (if applicable) with eligible individuals.
• Participate in AAIDD training and pass an IRQR to become a recognized SIS Assessor; maintain IRQR annually.
• Communicate the purpose and reason for assessment to individuals and respondents.
• Foster positive relationships and act as a liaison with internal and external customers.
• Conduct assessments timely and professionally, ensuring consistency in documentation.
• Represent PCG and the client in a professional manner.

Required Skills

• Ability to interact appropriately and professionally with individuals, family members, guardians, provider staff, and others.
• Knowledge of Person-Centered Practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and/or other online data entry systems.
• Dedication to accomplishing goals and overcoming challenges.
• Flexible, self-starter with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to the program.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Empathy and understanding for participants.
• Superior organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to maintain and develop relationships across environments.
• Experience engaging and maintaining strong working relationships with community partners.
• Ability to develop and evaluate processes and procedures to improve operations.
• Strategic thinking, analysis, problem solving, organizational leadership, and collaboration.
• Establish and execute defined goals and objectives to ensure compliance with performance measures.
• Excellent problem resolution skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field such as Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, or Sociology.
• At least one year’s experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Experience conducting individual assessments with knowledge of behavior rating or psychological testing principles.
• Knowledge and experience with person-centeredness.
• Prior experience conducting the Supports Intensity Scale assessment is preferred.
• Experience with Home and Community Based Services waivers preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, behavioral support, and Virginia waiver programs strongly desired.
• Strong clinical/social assessment and critical thinking skills.

Other Requirements

• Broadband internet connection at home (no dial-up).
• Willingness to travel with an active, unrestricted license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance.
• Dedicated home workspace committed to confidentiality of PHI.
• Comfort and familiarity with virtual meeting technology (Zoom, Microsoft Teams).

Benefits

• Medical and dental care benefits.
• 401k.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Parental leave.
• Bereavement leave.

Pay

$55,000–$65,000