Promising Practice Coordinator (Social Work and MH/ID)

The Promising Practice Coordinator is a professional position within the Office of Developmental Supports (ODS), Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS). This position is responsible for facilitating productive, action-oriented meetings, collaborating with other professionals, family members, Office of Developmental Program (ODP) Providers, and community members, as well as performing Administrative Entity functions related to Individual Support Plan (ISP) management. The Promising Practice Coordinators are independent, organized, motivated, and empathetic employees who bring a robust knowledge of human services systems within Allegheny County, and are recognized leaders in their field, consistently advocating for the rights of individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ID)/Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Promising Practice Coordinators focus on educating others in the use of evidence-based practices that enhance the health and wellbeing of individuals and their families, and work to develop services using the LifeCourse Framework that reflect our Every Day Lives: Values in Action and Self-Determination philosophy.Position requires some travel to family/individual homes or other community locations for visits. Flexible hours may be required. Travel within and outside the county is also required.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesTransition CoordinatorFacilitates planning meetings and assists in assessing the needs of individuals with complex/multi-system needsCollaborates with clinical treatment teams to ensure smooth transitions back into the community as well as access to outpatient treatment that meets the individual’s needsParticipates in Integration and Teaming meetings, collaborating with DHS partners to problem solve and develop creative support optionsParticipates in planning activities related to Waiver Capacity ManagementUnderstands and utilizes Trauma Informed Care principles to guide planning activitiesUnderstands and utilizes functional behavioral assessment (FBA) principles to guide planning activitiesUnderstands and utilizes Community of Practice LifeCourse framework and tools as appropriateParticipates in internal complex case reviews utilizing information from Client Information System (CIS), Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), and internal ODS recordsCollaborates with ODP related to Complex Case ReviewsProvides resource information and support to Service Coordination UnitsService DevelopmentStays informed related to Biographical Timelines and their function in supporting teamsStays informed related to creative therapies such as music, art, and equineCreates relationships with organizations in the communityUtilizes knowledge of existing resources and assists in locating new available resourcesAssists Promising Practice Supervisor in developing capacity for new and/or existing servicesGeneralISP Management related to service definitions, authorizations, and advanced notificationParticipates in local, regional and national Professional Development/Dual Diagnosis opportunitiesParticipates in Planning Team Meeting meetings as determinedImplements Standards of Practice, Policies and other criteria based on county, state and/or federal regulationParticipates in on-going training regarding changes in the Home and Community Service Information System (HCSIS)Assures that the individual and family receive accurate information regarding the various ODS services/providersAssures that individual and family are apprised of their rights regarding appeals process; these include county conference, mediation, and Fair HearingSupervisory ResponsibilitiesThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.Additional ResponsibilitiesFrom time to time the employee will be required to perform additional tasks and duties as required by the employer.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenExcellent organizational, problem solving and analytical skillsStrong knowledge of the ID, Adult and Children’s Mental Health service delivery systems, systems theory, and provider delivery systemsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, community agencies, providers, project partners and stakeholdersKnowledge of ID/Autism Eligibility criteriaBasic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Internet research methodsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education/Experience RequirementsMaster’s degree in social work or related field, plus 1 year of practical experience.-OR-Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, plus at least 3 years of experience in an MH/ID setting.-OR-Any equivalent combination of education and experience that meets the required knowledge, skills and abilities.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsAct 33, 34 and FBI clearances.-AND-Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.Powered by JazzHRql2xCrui8W