Self-Determination Program/ Participant Choice Specialist (Bilingual Preferred)

POSITION TITLE: Self-Determination Program/ Participant Choice Specialist (Bilingual Preferred) 

SALARY RANGE (NON-BILINGUAL): $2,972.20 - $4,391.29 Bi-weekly; $77,277.20 - $114,173.54 Annual

SALARY RANGE (BILINGUAL): $3,092.2 - $4,511.29 Bi-weekly; $80,397.2 - $117,293.54 Annual 

REPORTS TO: Federal Programs, Supervisor 

LOCATION: San Leandro or Concord, CA

New hires with no prior Regional Center work experience will start at the very beginning of the salary scale.

The Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) is one of 21 Regional Centers that are community-based, private non-profit corporations under contract with the California Department of Developmental Services. RCEB provides intake, assessment, diagnosis, and coordinates community-based services for over 25,000 children and adults with developmental disabilities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. 

RCEB envisions a future where persons with developmental disabilities are truly a part of the community. Persons with developmental disabilities receive supports and services they need to succeed. The supports and services change as the need changes.

In our dream, children with developmental disabilities live with families in typical communities. Many choose to attend their neighborhood schools and play with neighborhood friends. Adults with developmental disabilities live in the residence of their choice – with family members, with friends, or with their spouse / significant other. They engage in activities of their choice – work, volunteering, education, training, or leisure. They have meaningful relationships with friends and coworkers and are seen as valuable, contributing members of their communities.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:

Under general direction, this position is part of a team serving as subject matter experts on all things to do with the Self-Determination Program (SDP) and other Participant Choice service options, to assist individuals served by RCEB and their families and case managers through the processes. This individual will serve as the Self-Determination Specialist and share the responsibility for the implementation and administration of the Self-Determination Program (SDP) and as a main contact for Agency staff and the community. The functions of this position include providing orientation training to individuals served by RCEB and their families, staff and community partners. It also serves as liaison to the Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) SDP Volunteer Local Advisory Committee. This position will provide knowledgeable guidance and tracking to ensure that all aspects of the SDP standards are implemented in accordance with SDP Waiver standards. 

DUTIES: 

1. Under general supervision, develop, implement, evaluate and modify as necessary, all SDP activities for RCEB.
2. Conducts orientation and/or training for RCEB staff, consumers, and families to ensure understanding of the principles and mechanics of Participant Choice options and the Self-Determination Program as it relates to the planning process and the management of budgets, services and staff.
3. Creates and assists in the implementation of processes that provide oversight of the expenditure of self-determination funds and the achievement of participant outcomes over time.
4. Develop and maintain training materials on relevant elements of Participant Choice and the Self Determination Program.
5. Collect, maintain and disseminate data to RCEB staff and community partners as needed.
6. Assess for and report on any unmet service needs or additional service development that may be necessary to fully implement Participant Choice options and SDP.
7. Establish effective communication, teamwork, and partnership with vendored Fiscal Management Services, all RCEB case management and other departments as needed.
8. Develop and conduct training within the RCEB and in the community.
9. Represent the Case Management Services Department for all Person Centered Thinking training, planning, and activities, both within the agency and with the greater provider community.
10. Collaborate with the HCBS Specialist on training for Person Centered Thinking.
11. Work with Local Advisory Committee on oversight and quality improvement processes.
12. Other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Master’s degree in education, social work or a human services field and a combination of 2 years of experience or education in the areas of concentration listed below.

OR

   Bachelor’s degree in education, social work or a human services fi