KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES POSITION DESCRIPTION

*POSITION:   SERVICE AND SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR                      *

* RESPONSIBILITIES:*

·         Coordinate supports for adult individuals with developmental disabilities and families (involves                                partnerships between individuals/families, providers, and the community).

·         Assist individuals with developing written plans to meet their needs.

·         Assist individuals with using free choice of "provider" process.

·         Support the health, safety, and services identified in individuals' service plan through various quality                      assurance processes.

·         Serve as a resource for accessing the community and desired supports.

·         Coordinate crisis intervention and be available to consult after hours periodically (per on call schedule                    approximately once every 7 weeks- additional financial stipend for this time).

·         Help lead support teams to aide in individual's overall success and movement toward his/her desired                      outcomes.

·         Maintain records and reports in a timely and accurate manner.

·         Occasionally may choose to transport individuals served as a last resort.

·         Work and coordinate services within a team environment.

·         Manage workload independently and effectively working in hybrid (in-person/virtual, in office/out of                        office) settings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Bachelor's degree

·         Appropriate certification through Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (upon employment).

·         Must have the ability to learn to develop and track financial budgets.

·         Have good communication skills to negotiate with support stakeholders and advocate for individual                        rights, responsibilities, health and safety.

·         Must have computer knowledge and willing to learn new programs and applications.

·         Experience in the field of Developmental Disabilities or related field preferred.

·         Possess valid Ohio Driver's License and be insurable.

·         Submit to:

*            > *Background check (BCI/FBI)

*            > *Pre-employment drug screening