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Service Coordinator

Date Posted: Dec 16, 2024

Requisition ID: 453641

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46220

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA):

The Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services manages the delivery of services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and has two overarching responsibilities: to facilitate partnerships that enhance the quality of life for children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities; and to provide them with continuous, life-long support.

The Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services provides services for individuals with developmental disabilities that enable them to live as independently as possible in their communities. BDDS assists individuals in receiving community supports and residential services using a person-centered plan to help determine which services are needed and who can best provide them. BDDS also monitors the quality of care and the facilities of those who are approved to provide these services in Indiana.

Role Overview:

The Bureau of Developmental Disability Services - Service Coordinator monitors BDDS placements which support individuals with intellectual disabilities in attaining their highest level of independence through skill acquisition and enhancement while ensuring their health and safety. In this role, you will monitor and facilitate the services provided to individuals with developmental disabilities in Indiana and will be responsible for Intake, Eligibility, Level of Care, and Service Monitoring functions.

The candidate is required to have a bachelor’s degree in social services or a health-related field plus a minimum of one (1) year of experience working with individuals with disabilities or qualifications as required in 460 IAC 6-5. The ability to travel is required.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Monitor key performance indicators to ensure program effectiveness.

• Assist in developing, updating, and monitoring all policies and procedures related to the program area.

• Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures.

• Act as a technical consultant to stakeholders to clarify and interpret policies and procedures.

• Prepare and disseminate monthly and annual program reports.

• Review the budget and ensure program assets are allocated appropriately.

• Monitor compliance and make recommendations to the program to increase efficiencies.

• Prepare training materials and train agency employees on program requirements and usage.

• Deliver communication plans and communications.

• Serve as a liaison between the agency and other state and federal agencies.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• a Bachelor's Degree and 1+ year of experience, or

• an Associate's Degree and 3+ years of experience, or

• at least 5+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.

Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

• Working knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.

• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.

• Basic knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.

• Ability to implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.

• Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid new parent leave

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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