What are the responsibilities and job description for the Developmental Disabilities Specialist position at Kittitas County, WA?
Salary : $3,975.20 - $4,844.00 Monthly
Location : Ellensburg
Job Type : Full-Time
Department : Public Health
Opening Date : 01 / 30 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 13 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : Non-Union
Description
The Developmental Disabilities Specialist is primarily responsible for the implementation of the county developmental disabilities (DD) program under the Human Services Manager. The DD program staff works within the Human Services Division, which will include additional work for clerking and managing advisory boards and committees administered by the Kittitas County Public Health Department. Must maintain courteous and cooperative working relationships with administrative and other County personnel, public agencies, and the general public, and work under the guidance of Local / State / Federal regulations and County policies / procedures. 32 Hours / Week.
Examples of Duties
Contract Oversight and Management under the direction of the Manager
- Ensure County compliance with state Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) contract including confidentiality, data security, employment service provider monitoring, authorization of services, compliance with state law and guidelines, maintaining a County advisory board, attending state-wide meetings, reporting, etc.
- Develop, process, oversee, and ensure compliance for sub-contracts with employment and community information service providers.
- Interpret and apply federal and state regulations to ensure program and planning compliance.
- Participate in and provide information for DDA monitoring of the County DD program and contract.
- Develop and submit an annual Spending Plan for the DDA contract in collaboration with department fiscal staff.
- Work with the Human Services Manager and fiscal staff to create and manage the program budget.
- Work closely with the Human Services Manager and fiscal staff to safeguard public funds, establish and maintain adequate internal control systems, and comply with all fiscal requirements and oversight as stipulated in the DDA contract.
- Develop, process, oversee, and ensure compliance for contracts with community information service providers.
- Collect and review quarterly reports.
- Work with the department fiscal staff on appropriate billing and payment procedures and oversight.
Coordination with Employment Service Providers Under the direction of the Manager
Kittitas County Developmental Disabilities (DD) Advisory Board
Administrative Support for Human Services
OTHER FUNCTIONS
All positions within the Public Health Department will assist as needed in the event of a public health emergency.
This job description is a summary of the primary functions and expectations for this position. Additional department-related duties may be assigned as required.
Typical Qualifications
Supplemental Information
The standard working schedule is Monday - Friday; variations including occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Employees must be able to work onsite in the Kittitas County Public Health Department, however hybrid work options may be available on a case-by-case basis upon approval from the Public Health Director. Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality are required.
Work is typically performed in an office environment but may include other environments. Sustained posture in a seated position and prolonged periods of computer operation; use of standard office equipment; strength to lift, pull, push and / or carry up to 25 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate clearly in person or over the telephone. Work in outdoor environments may include exposure to inclement weather such as temperature extremes and windy, dusty, or smokey conditions; must be able to traverse a variety of walking surfaces as needed, including stairs. Safety rules and policies must be adhered to at all times, including proper lifting / carrying techniques and use of PPE when required.
Local and out-of-state travel will occur with some frequency. Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle in all weather conditions and levels of daylight. Employee may be required to utilize their private vehicle in the performance of job duties but will be reimbursed for mileage.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Most permanent employees who at least 20 hours per week on a regular schedule are entitled to healthcare, retirement, and leave benefits, pro-rated to the scheduled hours of work.
HEALTHCARE BENEFITS
Eligible employees and their family members have access to medical, dental, and vision benefits. The base plans for these benefits are paid 100% by the County regardless of the number of family members enrolled. Plan buy-up options are available for a small cost via payroll deduction.
LIFE INSURANCE AND SUPPLEMENTAL PRODUCTS
Kittitas County offers access to a $12,000 basic life / accidental death and dismemberment insurance plan as well as a base long term disability plan through Mutual of Omaha as part of the core benefits program.
Supplemental products are available for eligible employees who choose to purchase them through AFLAC, Allstate, Colonial, and Mutual of Omaha. These products include :
LEAVE BENEFITS
Eligible County employees have access to a variety of leave programs. The amount of paid leave an employee may accrue and bank will vary between employee groups and collective bargaining agreements. Types of leave available include, but are not limited to :
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
Most benefited employees are eligible to participate in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) plan administered by the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Participation in the DRS retirement program is mandatory for all eligible employees. Both the employee and the County contribute to the plan at a rate set by the State legislature.
For more information regarding DRS you can visit their website at https : / / www.drs.wa.gov / .
Employees who want to save additional dollars for retirement may do so voluntarily by participating in a choice of 457 deferred compensation plans. A 457 plan allows employees to defer funds through payroll deduction, up to a maximum amount set each year by the IRS.
Salary : $3,975 - $4,844