family service specialist .

Client in Alexandria VA, area in need of a Family Service Specialist provides support and assists clients and their families in utilizing available resources to meet their personal, social, and psychiatric needs and empowers them to achieve independence and self-reliance. This position provides support coordination (case management) services to individuals ages 3 to 22 who have a primary diagnosis of an intellectual or developmental disability. This postion is a long term contract and requires you to report to the office each day. If interested please apply at www.randstadusa.com; create profile and upload resume in MS Word format. Criminal Background Check on selected candidate  

salary: $32 - $34 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Masters

Responsibilities

Conducts program intake interviews and eligibility determination assessments to determine interests, preferences, and needed supports;  Provides referrals and links to resources in the community;  Coordinates and monitors the delivery and quality of treatment plan supports and services;  Maintains appropriate documentation according to federal, state, and departmental policy;  Participates in various interdisciplinary team meetings for the coordination of continued care for individuals and families;  Facilitates the development of annual individualized support plans utilizing instruments of evidence-based practices and ensures that all Individual Support Plans (ISPs) are writen and implemented using person-centered concepts and are submited in a timely manner;  Facilitates the assessment of the need for authorized representatives for individuals without guardians and maintains contact with authorized representatives;  Advocates for the assignment of Developmental Disability Waiver slots;  Assists with applying for government benefits;  Conducts face to face visits with the individual in their home, community, and other offsite locations;  Accompanies individuals to their medical, psychiatric, and other community-based appointments as needed;  Responds to crisis situations; and  Perform other duties as assigned.




Skills

Intake interviews

Licensed Clinical Social Work (2 years of experience is preferred)

Human Services

Case Management (2 years of experience is preferred)

Resource Management

Individual Support Plans (2 years of experience is preferred)

ID/DD Medicaid Waiver Program (2 years of experience is preferred)

Vendor Programs (2 years of experience is preferred)

Verbal Communication

Medicare Compliance

Written Communication

Appointment Scheduling

Qualifications

Years of experience: 2 years

Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.