SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Director of Psychology, and assigned to the Intake Dept., this position reviews collateral, interprets psychological and educational evaluations, and offers opinions about the existence of a developmental disability and/or details supporting substantial functional limitations (SFLs) relevant to county board eligibility.  Serves as a resource to agency staff, families, and individuals served or seeking county board eligibility. Ensures compliance with agency policies, and all relevant guidelines, codes, regulations, and laws. Makes certain that all county board eligibility determinations are made based on comprehensive collateral comprised of relevant and current evaluations.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Education, Social Work or related field with emphasis in assessment and testing preferred; experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required.  Knowledge of and experience with county board of developmental disabilities eligibility processes preferred.   Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to produce timely reports.  Computer literate, including use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative.  Strong organizational skills required. Must be able to work effectively with a diverse group of staff, parents, and other agency administrators with a strong customer service focus.  Must be able to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks and drug test.  Must have a sound value base in respect of the rights of vulnerable people, particularly those who present with overlapping developmental disabilities and mental health challenges that may impact county board eligibility.

 

STARTING PAY:
$23.68 per hour to $30.02 per hour

*A higher rate of pay could be achieved with substantial related experience and/or education

 

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
Ohio Eligibility Determination Instrument/Ohio Eligibility Determination Instrument—Department of Developmental Disabilities (can be obtained upon hire)

 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review new &/or redetermination Intake cases for bona fide developmental disabilities conditions; Provide training to Intake staff and others regarding county board of developmental disabilities eligibility processes and importance of current, relevant collateral.

Assist in evaluating for substantial functional limitations (SFLs) of persons presenting to Intake; Serve as subject matter expert to Intake staff and others for issues related to psychological and educational test scores; Conduct OEDI/COEDI as requested by Intake Supervisor. Conduct interviews to obtain information relevant to Intake cases.

Attend Intake appeal hearings when there are questions/concerns about psychological &/or educational documents/issues as they impact SFL outcome; Conduct psychological evaluations of children or adults as assigned and supervised by Director of Psychology.

Maintain confidentiality of information; Assist Intake supervisor in monitoring and reviewing Intake department data, progress, and other deliverables.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

This position contributes to the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS).

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Thursday, November 15, 2018

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Physical Therapy; must be able to lift, bend, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds

STARTING PAY:
$25.03 per hour to $29.95 per hour

*A higher rate of pay could be achieved with substantial related experience and/or education
*Internal candidate’s please contact Human Resources with questions related to compensation

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
Physical Therapy License – State of Ohio OT/PT Board; Physical Therapy License – Ohio Department of Education; must hold valid Ohio Driver’ License-Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; must meet and maintain Board/Ohio School Plan insurability standards for driving

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises and provides physical therapy treatment for children in a training environment; organizes and supervises extracurricular activities and experiences; provides direction for support services staff, assistants, volunteers and practicum students assigned

Performs specialized assessments of children; provides evaluation and gives physical and functioning tests and measurements (i.e., range of motion, manual muscle testing, neurodevelopmental assessments, sensation and proprioception tests, perceptual motor testing, gait and functional analysis, evaluation of prosthetic, orthotic and adaptive devices); observes and confers with staff, parents and significant others in order to collect information relative to the assessment process and to develop the Individual Education Plan/Physical Therapy Plan of Care

Develops, implements, evaluates and modifies the physical therapy plan for each assigned child

Must be able to lift, carry, push/pull fifty pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of up to twenty-five pounds; must be able to lift physically handicapped and non-ambulatory individuals

Evaluates need for and fabricates orthotic devices; fits and instructs in use of prosthesis; develops and maintains physical therapy equipment

Assists in child’s embarkation and disembarkation from transportation vehicles

Maintains the assigned environment in a condition which is conducive for learning and free of health and safety hazards

Plans, develops and implements written plans for assigned children in order to meet the physical therapy objectives as established on the Individual Rehabilitation Plan/Physical Therapy Plan; plans, reviews, selects and maintains therapeutic equipment and materials for use in the assigned learning environment

Requests, secures and follows up on medical prescriptions and information related to the Physical Therapy Plan

Participates as a member of the transdisciplinary team working with other professional staff in assessing, developing, implementing, evaluating and modifying the Individual Education Plan/Physical Therapy

Plan of Care; prepares and maintains written records and reports as required on, but not limited to, children assessments program objectives and progress data for regular evaluations and for revision of the Individual Educational Plan/Physical Therapy Plan of Care

Provides consultation services with staff, parents, guardians and/or significant others to ensure comprehension of physical therapy objectives and to promote generalization of same in the home and classroom environment Participates in and/or provides staff training programs, reads professional literature and attends seminars, academic classes or workshops to enhance professional knowledge and skills in areas such as, but not limited to, physical therapy, behavior and developmental disabilities instruction and/or curriculum development

Serves as a resource person for staff in providing technical assistance and providing in-service training

Attends and participates in staff meetings to obtain and provide information

Travels to homes and other ECE locations to accommodate needs of families, children and ECE; may perform delegated nursing duties

Performs other related duties as assigned

This position contributes to the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Continuous until filled

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree preferred; One year experience in related field is preferred;  must hold valid Ohio Driver’ License-Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles;  must meet and maintain Board/Ohio School Plan insurability standards for driving; must be able to provide nursing delegation as directed; must have strong communication, verbal and written skills; must demonstrate exceptional training and organizational skills; knowledge of the city’s resources and strong research skills preferred; must have the ability to represent participants and agency in a professional manner; must be familiar with disability-related issues, services/resources, accommodations and assistive technology; must be able to lift, bend, push and pull at least 50 pounds; must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

 

STARTING PAY:
High School Diploma:  $14.24 per hour
Associate’s Degree:  $15.22 per hour
Bachelor’s Degree:  $16.98 per hour
Master’s Degree:  $18.52 per hour

*A higher rate of pay could be achieved with substantial related experience and/or education

 

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
Adult Services Worker Certification – Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities (can be obtained upon hire); must hold valid American Red Cross or equivalent first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification

 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist participants to explore educational, social, recreational resources and employment opportunities in the community utilizing agency vehicles and/or public/alternative transportation.  Facilitate and provide Discovery, training, support, inclusion and accommodations for participants in the community and at work.  Independently engage persons served in structured and unstructured community activities and volunteer opportunities through use of agency vehicles and/or public/alternative transportation.  Facilitate/write meaningful community-based outcomes that align with each participant’s person-centered plan.  Develop employment plans in collaboration with Employment Services.  Deliver services which adhere to CMS, DODD and CARF rules and standards.  Ensure compliance with federal, state and local rules and statues.  Maintain an environment free of health and safety hazards.

Establish, maintain and promote excellent working relationships among participants, community sites and employers.  Develop partnerships with community resources utilizing networking skills and knowledge of the Columbus metropolitan area using agency vehicles and/or public/alternative transportation.  Maintain a thorough knowledge of COTA bus routes and access to the community by this means in order to use and train people served.

Uphold the rights, dignity and respect of all persons served as well as promote independence and self-advocacy skills.  Teach new skills in community settings (both hard and soft skills).  Provide assistance with meals, personal care and transport individuals to/from community activities and job sites.  Ensure the health and safety of all participants.

Attend all meetings as scheduled to provide input for the development of the ISP.  Maintain records and prepare reports that are compliant with Medicaid billing requirements via the use of ARC Information Management System (AIMS) or other applications.  Monitor progress and prepare reports detailing activities, progress and future services.  Participate in all required meetings and staff training.  Works flexible hours including evenings and weekends as needed to complete duties.

This position contributes to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Monday, September 24, 2018

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree required; Must be able to lift, carry, push/pull fifty pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of up to twenty-five pounds; must be able to lift physically handicapped and non-ambulatory individuals

STARTING PAY:
$24.53 per hour to $29.36 per hour

*A higher rate of pay could be achieved with substantial related experience and/or education

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
Early Intervention Specialist Certification – Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities; Early Childhood Intervention Specialist License – Ohio Department of Education; must hold valid Ohio Driver’ License-Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; must meet and maintain Board/Ohio School Plan insurability standards for driving

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises and instructs infant, toddler and preschool age children in order to provide basic skill development in the following areas: language and communication, self-help, fine and gross motor, social, emotional, cognitive and sensory. Provides home visits to meet the need of children and families.

Maintains a classroom environment which is conducive for learning and free of health and safety hazards

Works cooperatively with a variety of professionals to include, assistant teachers, specialists, supervisors and families to support trans-disciplinary teaming.

Prepares and maintains written records and reports as required on, but not limited to, student attendance, assessments, program objectives and progress data for regular evaluations. Collaborates with Help Me Grow (HMG) and Local School Districts to produce an IEP or IFSP for assigned student.

Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary/trans-disciplinary team working with families and other professional staff in assessing, implementing and evaluating for assigned students.

Provides consultation services with parents, guardians, care givers, community agencies and/or significant others to ensure accomplishment of plan objectives and outcomes.

Performs student assessments; assesses developmental levels of students by formal and informal methods in order to obtain evaluative data; observes and confers with parents and significant others in order to collect and share information relative to the assessment process and to develop the Trans-disciplinary Report/Action Plan or Individual Education Plan/Trans-disciplinary Report/Action Plan.

Participates in and/or provides staff training programs; reads professional literature and attends seminars, workshops or academic classes to enhance professional knowledge and skills.

Plans, develops and implements written, daily lessons for classroom and home for assigned students in order to meet the objectives and outcomes; plans, reviews and selects instructional materials for use in the assigned classroom.

Collaborates with partners in the delivery of services in partnership classrooms.

Attends and participates in staff meetings to obtain and provide information

Performs other related duties as assigned

This position contributes to the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 24, 2020

SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of a Service Coordination Assistant Director, provides supervision, training and support for behavioral support staff and supports service coordinators in their development and oversight of ISPs for persons requiring behavior support strategies. Serves as a resource to agency staff, families and individuals served. Ensures compliance with agency policies, and all relevant guidelines, codes, regulations, and laws. Makes certain that all behavior support strategies are carried out in a manner the ensures a safe environment for participants and employees,  and that Positive Behavior Support and Trauma Informed Care principles are at the core of services.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Psychology, Social Work or related field preferred; experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to produce timely reports.  Computer literate, including use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative.  Strong organizational skills required. Must be able to work effectively with a diverse group of staff, parents and other agency administrators with a strong customer service focus.  Must be willing to work flexible hours.  Must be able to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks and drug test.  Must have a sound value base in respect of the rights of vulnerable people, particularly those who present with behavioral challenges and be highly motivated to work with individuals with behavioral challenges. Valid Driver’s License—Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; Must meet and maintain insurability standards set forth by the Board.

 

STARTING PAY:
$27.19 per hour to $31.39 per hour

*Upper end of the pay range is reserved for candidates who possess an advanced degree and have substantial experience in a similar role

 

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION PREFERRED:
Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst or Board Certified Behavior Analyst

 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide training and supervision to behavioral support specialists who directly report to the behavior support manager; Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating support strategies for individuals who present with behavioral challenges; Serves as communication point for issues related to behavior support for service coordination department.

Communicates with and updates parents, providers and service coordination staff on behavior support matters.
Conducts behavioral assessments; recommend support strategies; train implementers and assist as needed; and evaluate effectiveness of behavioral strategies; Provides in-service training on positive behavioral support, trauma-informed care, and other related topics; gives specific instruction on using recommended support strategies; Oversees and maintains best practice in relation to Positive Behavior Support throughout the organization.

Maintains confidentiality of information related to participants and employees; Assists Behavior Support Specialists in monitoring and reviewing progress, measuring against original objectives for behavioral support.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

This position contributes to the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS).

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Monday, September 3, 2018

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in field of Human Services; one year experience in field of developmental disabilities; valid Ohio Driver’s License – Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; must meet and maintain insurability requirements as set by the Board

STARTING PAY:
$20.92 per hour to $25.09 per hour

*Upper end of the pay range is reserved for candidates who possess an advanced degree and have substantial experience in a similar role

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
Investigative Agent Certification – Ohio Department of DD (can be obtained upon hire)

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILIES:
Conducts investigative and administrative reviews of Major Unusual Incidents as defined in the DODD MUI Administrative Rule; interviews and takes statements from alleged victims, alleged perpetrators and possible witnesses; collects written reports and data from other agencies to be used in the aforementioned reviews; interfaces with law enforcement and Children Services Boards as described in the MUI rule

Writes and reviews initial reports; writes follow-ups, memorandums, Unusual Incident Reports (UIR’s) and Additional Information Reports (AIR’s) as are necessary to meet the requirements of the MUI Administrative Rule; enters initials, follow-ups, memorandums and AIR information into the database for electronic transfer to DODD

Provides consultation to Case Managers, Service Coordinators and other providers as to the appropriate follow-up action for Major Unusual Incidents and Unusual Incidents

Makes appropriate notifications and/or assures that others do so according to the MUI Administrative Rule

Assures that individual’s health and safety needs are met as soon as is possible after a situation is brought to their attention

Conducts in-service training on the interpretation of the MUI Rule for provider agencies

Assists in maintaining accurate records of MUI and UIR reports; assists with compilation of statistical analysis of MUI and UIR reports

Testifies at MUI related court proceedings

Performs other related duties as assigned

This position contributes to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 14, 2019