Self Determination Program (SDP) Support Specialist

San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center • Pomona, CA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Specialized Services Manager of Special Projects II, the primary responsibility of this position is to provide individuals served and their families direction and leadership for implementation of the Self-Determination Program. The SDP Support Specialist works in collaboration with service coordinators and managers in supporting individuals served and their families with timely transitions to SDP. They also make accurate information available to regional center staff, individual served and families about SDP related services, including state and federal regulations that determine allowable and non-allowable use of SDP funds. The SDP Support Specialist understands the principles of self-determination, how services are obtained through SDP and the rights of SDP participants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human development, sociology, public health nursing or a related field and two years’ experience in developmental disabilities or a related field.
• A master’s degree in a related field can be substituted for one year of the required experience.
• Knowledge of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of the Self Determination Program offered by California’s Regional Centers and rights of SDP participants is necessary.
• Knowledge of interviewing, counseling, and crisis intervention techniques.
• Demonstrate the ability to independently plan and schedule work.
• Ability to assess individuals’ needs and formulate goals and objectives.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to multi-task and set priorities.
• Must be able to meet strict documentation timelines.
• Must be able to interact with others from a wide variety of cultural and social backgrounds.
• Knowledge of word processing software (Microsoft Word) is required.
• This position is a community-based position that requires meeting with individuals served and their families in their home, in the community, or in our office location.
• Frequent telephone, virtual, and out-of-office meetings are required.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and minimum liability insurance coverage is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate with service coordination staff in the assessment of needs and coordination of services related to SDP.
• Ensure that services are planned and delivered within the Person-Centered Planning model.
• Review 12-month expenditure reports and policies for purchase of services.
• Assist in the development of Individual Budgets and review of Spending Plans.
• Work collaboratively with the Fiscal Department and the SDP Vendor Payment Specialist.
• Support service coordination staff in collaborating with Independent Facilitators and FMS providers, individuals and/or family members as required in the SDP process.
• Maintain effective communication and provide solutions within a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance of agency standards, policies, procedures, and may assist in the development of SDP training material.
• Participate in weekly SDP Clinic meetings as well as separate SDP SC coaching sessions.
• Participate in planning and implementation of Self Determination training activities.
• Participate in planning and/or implementation of SDP project activities.
• Assist with process for Notices of Proposed Action regarding SDP unmet needs, when necessary.
• Participate in all aspects of the case management process.
• Write inter-disciplinary notes.
• Perform additional duties that support departmental and organizational goals including and not limited to service coordinator case management of approximately 1:35.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level