What are the responsibilities and job description for the DD Community Inclusion Coordinator position at Union County, OH?
DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Community Connections Manager, the UCBDD Community Inclusion Coordinator will:
- Connect eligible individuals of all ages to the local community
- Help to foster a culture of inclusion by identifying and creating opportunities for social engagement for individuals with and without developmental disabilities.
- Assist in the development and facilitation of community-based training to promote awareness and inclusion of people with developmental disabilities among existing entities and organizations.
- Develop and support self-advocacy initiatives in partnership with Self-Advocacy Consultant.
- At all times, the Community Inclusion Coordinator must strive to meet the UCBDD published Mission Statement and exemplify the UCBDD defined Core Values.
QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Business related field
- Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- None Required
Other:
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s License if operating a personal vehicle for official agency business.
- Acceptable Ohio and BCI background checks required
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Evaluation of this position is based primary on the performance of the following essential functions, including but not limited to:
1. Identify, encourage and facilitate participation by individuals served by UCBDD in community organized events and activities. Advocate for inclusion and accessibility when applicable.
2. Assist in the development and implementation of community-based inclusion and awareness education and training for local businesses, organizations, and groups.
3. Support individuals with developmental disabilities with self-advocacy opportunities and initiatives
4. Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations to foster a culture of inclusion in the local community
5. Create forms and track data to monitor quality and efficacy of initiatives.
6. Comply with UI/MUI reporting requirements
7. Other duties as assigned
SUCCESS FACTORS:
To successfully perform this job, the following training, knowledge, skills, and abilities are required:
Required Training: All UCBDD employees shall be required to complete all general mandatory training. These include, but are not limited to:
- Blood-borne pathogens, emergency communications, hazardous communications, slips/trips/falls, personal protective equipment, sexual harassment, drug-f ree workplace, violence in the workplace, MUI and fire prevention.
- Must obtain and maintain Board approved behavior support and crisis intervention training.
- Proficient with computers and applicable software
- Ability to use general office equipment and technology
- Ability to perform basic math functions
- Working knowledge and understanding of behavior support, individualized service plans, medical, psychosocial, orthopedic, and psychiatric aspect of developmental disability.
- Working knowledge of client rights, federal, state, and local programs and HIPAA.
- Knowledge of applicable statutes, regulatory standards and reporting authorities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Must be skilled in group facilitation, conflict resolution, crisis intervention and working through complex problem situations.
- Must possess a positive customer service attitude and image in the community at all times, to all stakeholder groups.
- Must be able to work collaboratively and effectively with other agencies, professionals, staff, families and the public.
- Good leadership and organizational skills.
- Ability to keep accurate records.
- Must be able to tolerate the high demands of the position. Employee may be exposed to adverse weather conditions while driving and may be exposed to blood -borne pathogens, communicable diseases, potentially infectious materials and/or aggressive behavior.
- May be required to occasionally work hours outside of typical business hours, including evenings and weekends.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
Maintaining confidentiality is required. Employee is to report suspected or actual abuse/neglect, to follow the chain of command and to work effectively and cooperatively with others inside/outside the agency. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.
It is essential for the employee to maintain all training and in-services required by the position.
The UCBDD promotes a non-hostile and non-discriminating work environment. Employees must adhere to respectful conduct and language at all times. The Board expects all employees to follow policies/procedures of the department and Agency rules and regulations.
