Developmental Disabilities Employment and Community Inclusion Program Specialist 3 (SSPS3) - Revised



Job Details

Developmental Disabilities Employment and Community Inclusion Program Specialist 3 (SSPS3) - Revised
Employer

Pierce County

Salary

$35.28 - $45.09 Hourly

Location

Tacoma, WA

Job Type

Career Service - Full Time

Job Number

18-00061

Department

Human Services

Division

HS-Provider-DD

Opening Date

02/01/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

Revised: This position is open continuous and applicants that apply before April 22, 2018 will receive first consideration. Applicant's that have already applied need not reapply.  

Special Note:
 This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon job performance/evaluation, continued funding of the program and other appropriate County procedures.

The Developmental Disabilities Program contracts with various agencies in the community to provide services for residents of Pierce County and their families. The program is responsible for: 

  • County-wide information and education,
  • Early intervention services for children with developmental delays from birth to three years,
  • School to Work,
  • Employment and community inclusion programs for adults 21 and older.
This high level professional work in planning, development and evaluation of county funded Employment and Day Services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Incumbents are responsible for developing and implementing policy and program plans, budget monitoring, goals, objectives and compliance for Employment and Community Inclusion Services. Incumbents may perform lead duties.

SERIES CONCEPT:  The Social Service Program Specialist 3 is the third level of a 3 level series.  The Social Service Program Specialist 3 is distinguished from the Social Service Program Specialist 2 classification by the responsibility to plan, develop, monitor and implement specific program plans and budgets, providing guidance and direction to Social Service Program Specialists 1 and 2 and by the impact of the functions performed and the degree of decision-making and judgment. 

Classification descriptions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.  For a complete job description click here.

Position Summary

  • Develop program plans. Facilitate planning committee meetings and public hearings/forums as appropriate.  Coordinate citizen groups, service agencies, and other organizations involved in the planning process. 
  • Participate in local and statewide workgroups regarding planning and policy development.
  • Assist the Social Service Supervisor with overall policy development.
  • Prepare special studies, reports, and statistical information necessary for future planning and community policy decisions.
  • Assist the Social Service Supervisor in the coordination and recruitment of citizen groups, service agencies and other organizations involved in the planning process.
  • Keep current, review and analyze local, state and federal legislative issues and trends in area of program assignment.
  • Provide guidance in the implementation and monitoring of plans.
  • Interpret complex or detailed federal or state regulations to ensure program compliance.
  • Identify systems concerns and suggest appropriate changes and/or interventions.
  • Assist Social Service Supervisor with resolution of appeals and grievances.
  • Coordinate the implementation of overall systems corrective action plans and monitor their effectiveness.
  • Provide technical assistance to Social Service Program Specialists 1 and 2 and contractors. Research applicable county, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures to develop and answer programmatic questions.
  • Participate in annual site review process as needed.
  • Represent the agency at meetings including State and Federal stakeholder workgroups related to assigned program area.
  • Identify, suggest and provide for public education in the program area.
  • Maintain regular, predictable and punctual attendance during regularly scheduled work hours at assigned worksite.
  • Meet travel requirements of the position. 
  • Perform the physical requirements of the position; work within the established working conditions of the position.
  • Work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Perform other job functions as assigned.
  • Assign work to a specific work unit and ensure tasks are completed correctly and timely.
  • May approve leave requests and work schedules.
  • Provide input on performance evaluations. 

Qualifications

Graduation from a four year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or social work, or a related field and three years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.  Any combination of education and experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:  Successful completion of a Washington State Patrol background investigation, in accordance with RCW 43.43, is required prior to employment. Union membership is required within 30 days for represented positions.  A valid Washington State driver's license and reliable transportation is required.

Supplemental Information

To be considered for this opportunity please:
Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to:   www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
 
If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format you may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
 
This is a competitive selection process. Your application form will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.
 
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce. Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Our benefits:

Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave. 
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:

Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days

A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.

Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.

Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to ten paid holidays as follows:   


New Year's Day - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday - Third Monday in January
President's Day - Third Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day - December 25

Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Each paid personal holiday accrues on January 1 of each year and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.

Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.

Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.

Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.  There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County.  Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses.  Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans.   To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the Pierce County Health Benefits website.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan.  This is a supplemental retirement savings program  that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit Pierce County's Benefits website for more information.

01
Please describe your level of education.
  • Less than High School or GED.
  • High School or GED.
  • Some college credits but not enough for a degree.
  • AA in an unrelated field.
  • AA in public or business administration or social work, or a related field
  • BA in an unrelated field.
  • BA in public or business administration or social work, or a related field
  • MA in an unrelated field.
  • MA in public or business administration or social work, or a related field
02
Please describe your level of experience providing direct human services.
  • I don't have any experience providing direct human services.
  • I have less than 1 year of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.
  • I have more than 1 year but less than 2 years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.
  • I have more than 2 year but less than 4 years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.
  • I have more than 4 year but less than 6 years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.
  • I have more than 6 year but less than 8 years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.
  • I have more than 8 year but less than 10 years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.
  • I have more than 10 years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.
03
Please describe your professional experience in planning, developing and implementing programs and services designed specifically for youth and adults with developmental disabilities
04
Please describe your experience facilitating planning groups. Please include experience bringing groups with individual ideas and goals to consensus.
05
Please provide your experience preparing special studies, reports, and statistical information; analyzing the information and recommending program or policy changes.
06
Please describe your experience providing training and technical assistance to individuals and groups.

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Employer
Pierce County
Address
Pierce County Human Resources
950 Fawcett Avenue, Suite 200
Tacoma, Washington, 98402
Phone
(253) 798-7480
For Sheriff's Department positions: 253-798-6250

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