Acquired Brain Injury / Moving Forward Plan Human Services Coordinator I

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is excited to offer a career growth opportunity to a motivate and talented individual for the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) / Moving Forward Plan (MFP) Human Services Coordinator I (HSC I) Position at the Southeast Regional Office in Middleboro. The Human Services Coordinator I position will be based out of the Regional Office in Middleboro and provides services to individuals served by the DDS Southeast Region. This position will be coordinating services for individuals eligible for ABI/MFP waivers pursuant to the Hutchinson settlement agreement. The Duties and Responsibilities of the ABI/MFP Human Services Coordinator include, but are not limited to, the following: Duties and Responsibilities: (The duties and responsibilities stated are general summary and not all inclusive.) Facilitate meetings with the interdisciplinary team to develop Individual Service Plans (ISPs). Facilitate meetings with the interdisciplinary team to develop safe transition planning for waiver participants moving into the community. Coordinate activities of a multitude of service stakeholders including: MassHealth, UMASS, Transitional Entities, and Agencies, Residential and Day service providers and DDS staff. Maintain and update written and electronic records. Serve as advocate on behalf of the individual. Monitor and documents the provision of services and modifies service plans. Protect the privacy of information and ensures that the individual's legal, civil, and human rights are protected. Provide information and other services to individuals and their families. Preferred Qualifications: Extensive experience working with individuals with acquired brain injury and related conditions. Knowledge of the types and manifestations of development, psychological and emotional disorders for individuals with acquired brain injury. Familiar with ABI and MFP Waivers. Experience transitioning consumers from a nursing / rehab facility to community-based services. Understand Medicaid and Medicare programs and regulations. Skilled at facilitating a Team process including mediation of disagreement among members. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications and good organizational skills. Schedule Information: Monday through Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Days Off: Saturday and Sunday Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program. Driver's License Required. About the Department of Developmental Services: The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. For more information about our agency and programs visit: Pre-Offer Process: Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Lw and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes: Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. As part of the hiring process, the Office of Human Resources will be verifying any college-level degrees conferred to the selected candidate. Additionally, any licensure required for the position will be verified. Information provided as part of the hiring process is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. For technical help with MassCareers, including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password, please call the Employee Service Center at for assistance. For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- Ext First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Applicants must have (A) at least three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time, professional experience in human services work or social work or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. Based on assignment, travel may be required. Incumbents who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment. Based on assignment as Qualified Intellectual Disabled Professionals, within the Department of Developmental Services, a Bachelor's degree or higher in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, counseling education, education of the physically or emotionally handicapped, education of the multiple handicapped, education of the learning disabled, human services, rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling, nursing, recreation therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, music therapy, physical education or other a related field is required. Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards. Title 101 CMR 23.00 Applies to congregate care and 24/7 facilities Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.