Service Consultant Adults

Hybrid Position Working With Adults

Under the direction of the Support Services Director and Manager, the Service Consultant assists the individual and their families/guardians to explore and gain services and supports from a variety of sources. Assures that services delivered adhere to all regulatory requirements, as well as UCBDD policy, regulations and procedures. The Service Consultant must strive to meet the UCBDD published Mission Statement and exemplify the UCBDD defined Core Values.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Business Administration, or related field.

Credential/License:

Must possess or meet all of the DODD requirements to possess and maintain Service and Support Administrator Certification under OAC 5123:2-5-02.

Must obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.

Other:

Must have reliable transportation.

Must maintain a valid State of Ohio Driver's License if operating a personal vehicle for official agency business.

Essential Functions:

Principal Accountabilities:

Evaluation of this position is based primarily on performance of the following essential functions, which include, but are not limited to:

As assigned, coordinates the process for eligibility determination.

Assesses and determines an individual's eligibility for county board services.

Assists in gathering necessary documentation and creates/maintains all records relating to intake and eligibility.

Tracks referral information, analyzes data, creates reports, and makes recommendations to the Support Services Director as required.

Maintains positive, collaborative relationships with individuals, families, team members and community partners.

Acts as the primary point of coordination for the effective development, implementation and coordination of the individual service plan (ISP).

Coordinates and completes assessments of the individual's needs, skills, risks, health and welfare initially and every 12 months.

Using person-centered planning, develops, reviews, and revises the individual service plan and ensure that the plan meets all requirements of OAC 5123-4-02.

Develops and authorizes a budget for services based on assessed needs and identifies appropriate funding sources.

Assists the individual with choosing providers while ensuring "Free Choice of Provider" per OAC 5123-9-11.

Provides ongoing coordination and monitoring in a variety of settings to ensure supports are provided in accordance with the individual service plan (ISP) and to the benefit and satisfaction of the person served.

Ammends the ISP as needed to reflect changes.

Leads the individual's team and establishes and maintains contact with all team members, including the provider and natural supports, to ensure a clear understanding of the supports and expected outcomes of the individual service plan (ISP).

Completes all activities necessary for Home and Community-Based Waiver enrollment and redetermination.

Directs, facilitates and monitors employment activities as indicated in the individual service plan (ISP).

As assigned, and in collaboration with the transition team and school districts, develops, directs and implements a school-to-work transition program.

As assigned, coordinates OOD referrals for individuals exploring employment options.

As assigned, counsels individuals after job placement to ensure satisfactory work performance and suitability of job.

Assesses the need for further services.

Maintains a working knowledge