IDD In Reach & Transition Coordinator

LOCATION:  Remote – must live in Vaya’s catchment area.  Incumbent in this position must live in North Carolina or within 40 miles of the NC border.  This position will serve the central region of NC.  

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

This position will have a depth of understanding of the Olmstead lawsuit in relation to how it can ensure individual rights are respected and services are determined by a person-centered process The I/DD In-Reach and Transition Coordinator works with participants in State Developmental Centers and Community Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF). The I/DD In-Reach and Transition Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation and oversight of in-reach and transition for members with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, to include working with the member/participant and care team to complete all necessary paperwork and timely submission. Staff will focus on ensuring the person is residing in the least restrictive environment possible with the desire for housing/vocational services being in the consumer’s/enrollee’s community (or other desired locations). The position will also work with the consumer/enrollee to ensure that they are receiving the necessary services.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Consumer/Enrollee Identification:

This position will work closely with our State and Local Hospitals and facilities to identify consumers/enrollees    that are currently being housed outside of their communities and begin a process to determine if the consumer/enrollee is a candidate for local community placement.

Placement:

The I/DD In-Reach and Transition Coordinator will begin a process of identification of possible consumers/enrollees that match the available housing to determine if the housing is acceptable and is the least restrictive possible for the consumer/enrollee. The I/DD In-Reach and Transition Coordinator will assist in building a team of support givers to ensure a smooth transition to the new housing. Staff will also work with a variety of providers to ensure all necessary services are available to the consumer/enrollee.

Collaboration: 

The I/DD In-Reach and Transition Coordinator will have ongoing, respectful communication with all individuals and staff across the agency. Staff will work closely with other Vaya staff including managers, supervisors, care coordination, hospital liaisons and other Vaya departments necessary to create, implement and fulfill successful transition planning with participants. Staff will also be involved in education with consumers, families, providers, and stakeholders associated with transition and housing. Communication regarding micro and macro level issues with NC Division of Mental Health/Substance Abuse/Developmental Disabilities may be involved. 

Documentation:

The I/DD In-Reach and Transition Coordinator will document the in-reach and transition progress for each individual under this initiative in an accurate manner that is clear and concise. This documentation will serve to inform the local organization, state, and federal government. All contacts and interventions with participants will be documented in the consumer’s administrative health record as well.

Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of a wide range of medical, behavioral and psychosocial problems and their treatment. Considerable knowledge of family and group dynamics and a range of intervention techniques. Considerable knowledge of governmental and private organizations and resources in the community. Considerable knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies which govern the program. General knowledge of the methods and principles of casework supervision and training. In certain settings, considerable knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes and their treatment as they relate to decisions regarding clinical interventions and appropriate therapies based on medical or psychological diagnosis. Skill in establishing rapport with a client and in applying techniques of assessing psychosocial, behavioral, and psychological aspects of client’s problems. Ability to supervise, train, or instruct lower-level social workers, students, or interns in the program. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of case load and their families as well as civic, legal, medical, social, and religious organizations. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively.

This position must have the ability to establish appropriate and respectful relationships/partnerships with persons served and their families. Assist clients in gaining skills to address problems. Ability to work with a multi- disciplinary team approach. Ability to set limits and maintain a helping role and to intervene appropriately to meet the needs of persons or families served, works within the established professional guidelines and treatment plans developed for the profession and client served.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited university or college in public service administration, psychology, sociology, or social work or a human service programmatic field, preferably with coursework in human service planning and four years of experience in directly related human services program; or graduation from a four-year college or university and four years of administrative or consultative experience in a human service program

OR

• Master’s degree from an appropriately accredited university or college in a related human services field and two years of supervised clinical experience

or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

In addition, also required:

• Direct related experience is defined a human services experience in the areas of case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy, and treatment planning is required
• The employee should have experience working with children, adolescent and adults with MHSU and I/DD diagnoses.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparation and analysis of documents; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading. 
• Physical activity in this position includes crouching, reaching, walking, talking, hearing and repetitive motion of hands, wrists and fingers. 
• Sedentary work with lifting requirements up to 10 pounds, sitting for extended periods of time. 
• Mental concentration is required in all aspects of work. 

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:  This position is required to reside in North Carolina or within 40 miles of the North Carolina border.

SALARY:  Depending on qualifications & experience of candidate. This position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime compensation. 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled

APPLY: Vaya Health accepts online applications in our Career Center, please visit https://www.vayahealth.com/about/careers/.

 Vaya Health is an equal opportunity employer.