ASSESSMENT & STABLIZATION FACILITATOR - 03172025-66368

Job Information

LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF DISABILITY AND AGING (DDA), ADMINISTRATION DIVISION, HAMILTON COUNTY

A Motor Vehicle Records screening will be conducted prior to employment.

This position is designed as Hybrid (In office and Remote).

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: psychology, social science, human science, education, health science, or behavior science and three years of experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or mental health disorders.

Substitution of Education for Experience: Graduation equivalent to a master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: social science, human science, education, psychology, health science, or behavior science can substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis at a maximum of two years.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

Applicants for this class must:

1. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
2. May be subject to a background check.

Examination Method: Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Overview

Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for facilitating crisis stabilization support and services for assigned caseload within specified region; and performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Features: An employee in this class is responsible for assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and relevant key stakeholders through assessments, crisis stabilization plans, consultations, and on-site intervention. An employee in this class is assigned to a 24/7, on-call rotating schedule that includes consultation and intervention when needed. This class differs from the Assessment and Stabilization Manager in that the manager oversees employees in this class and has larger program oversight responsibility.

Responsibilities

1. Provides on-site and/or remote consultation and intervention services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as needed. Scope and type of consultation and intervention services is dependent on client needs.
2. Conducts individualized assessments for assigned referrals. Gathers and reviews records and interviews informants.
3. Collects client information and records to organize necessary internal program reports.
4. Writes and develops individualized crisis stabilization plans for assigned caseloads.
5. Coordinates external partnerships for assigned individuals. External partnership entities encompass third party agencies and organizations.
6. Provides appropriate training for caregivers and/or external partnership entities when necessary.
7. Maintains appropriate industry knowledge of disabilities, medical and psychiatric/behavioral terminology, cultural diversity, and independent living needs to perform needed interventions and trainings appropriately.
8. Acts as liaison and advocate for the client. Oversees the totality of the client experience during service enrollment.
9. Delivers case presentations to supervisors and external partners for the purpose of clinical education when needed.
10. Keeps supervisor informed in regard of client needs.
11. Facilitates meetings among key stakeholders and team members to identify emerging client needs and make adjustments to individualized plans.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

1. Creativity
2. Dealing with Ambiguity
3. Decision Quality
4. Problem Solving
5. Organizing
6. Planning
7. Conflict Management
8. Perseverance
9. Approachability
10. Compassion
11. Composure
12. Ethics and Values
13. Interpersonal Savvy

Knowledge:

1. Psychology
2. Customer and Personal Service
3. Education and Training
4. Clerical

Skills:

1. Active Listening
2. Reading Comprehension
3. Speaking
4. Writing
5. Coordination
6. Instructing
7. Negotiation
8. Service Orientation
9. Judgement and Decision Making
10. Time Management

Abilities:

1. Deductive Reasoning
2. Fluency of Ideas
3. Inductive Reasoning
4. Originality
5. Problem Sensitivity
6. Speed of Closure
7. Written Comprehension
8. Written Expression
9. Dynamic Strength
10. Stamina

Tools & Equipment

1. Personal Computer/Laptop
2. Tablet
3. Telephone
4. Multi-Function Printer
5. Microsoft Office
6. Motor Vehicle