STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Developmental Services Supervisor Of Case Management (40 Hour)

Hybrid Schedule

Recruitment #230201-0578FP-001

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Introduction

Do you have experience supervising Developmental Services Case Managers or Social Workers in a region or training school?
If so, join our team!

The State of Connecticut, the Department of  Developmental Services (DDS)-South Region, is currently accepting applications from qualified agency employees for the position of Developmental Services Supervisor Of Case Management.

Comprehensive Benefit Offerings: 
  • As a State employee, we offer the same competitive benefits you are accustomed to. We encourage a healthy work-life balance for all employees!
    The Role:
    • Job duties include, but are not limited to:
    • Schedule, assign, oversee and review the work of staff; 
    • Provide staff training and assistance; 
    • Conduct performance evaluations; 
    • Determine priorities and plans unit work; 
    • Establish and maintain unit procedures; 
    • Develop or make recommendations on development of policies and standards; 
    • Act as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures.
    Position Highlights:
    • Full-time, 40 hour per week. Monday through Friday schedule. 
    • Although first shift hours are assigned, candidate must be flexible to meet the needs of the agency. 
    • Statewide travel may be expected.

    Selection Plan

    These positions will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Applications to this recruitment will be used to meet collective bargaining requirements. Once any collective bargaining requirements have been met, all other applicants may be considered.

    To Apply:
    • In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 
    • This position may be subject to Federal requirements for COVID 19 Vaccination Immunization.
    • Incumbent in this position may be expected to travel statewide.    
    • If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Jennifer Borenski, EEO Specialist 2 at (860) 418-6143 or Jennifer.Borenski@ct.gov.
    • Will be required to travel.
    • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meets the preferred qualifications, so please ensure that your application is complete and details your experience as outlined in this job posting. Please note: You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.
    • For assistance in applying, please visit our Applicant Tips on How to Apply page.
    • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
    • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
    • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
    Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:
    • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
    • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
    • At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
    • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
    • Due to the large volume of applications received, the Department of Administrative Services is unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.
    Connect With Us:
    • If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Anamaria Giangarra at Anamaria.giangarra@ct.gov and reference the recruitment number. 
    • Follow the State of Connecticut on LinkedIn.

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In the Departments of Developmental Services and Social Services, this class is accountable for supervising Developmental Services Case Managers or Social Workers in a region or training school.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff; provides staff training and assistance; conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans unit work; establishes and maintains unit procedures; develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards; acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; secures information concerning latest developments and trends in intellectual disabilities and updates Case Managers accordingly; explains departmental programs, policies and procedures to workers, individuals and the public; consults with or advises staff to consult with psychological and multi-disciplinary personnel as appropriate; observes planning support team meetings to insure compliance with DDS policies and utilization of good team process skills; makes assessments of existing resources serving individuals; monitors individual centered and waiver driven quality controls and addresses concerns accordingly; assists in administration of individual participation in federal reimbursement programs; may represent facility in any legal proceedings involving individuals; performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of intellectual disability case management practices; considerable knowledge of social problems resulting from intellectual disability and methods for dealing with those problems; considerable knowledge of inter-disciplinary approach to program planning; knowledge of public and private resources for individuals with intellectual disability; knowledge of relationships between facilities for individuals with intellectual disability, community agencies, courts and health facilities; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; supervisory ability; ability to utilize computerized software.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    The General Experience is defined as one of the following:

    1. A Bachelor's degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional as set forth in federal regulations and interpretive guidelines and three (3) years of professional experience providing case management or casework services to an assigned caseload of individuals.

    OR

    2. A Master's degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional as set forth in federal regulations and interpretive guidelines and two (2) years of professional experience providing case management or casework services to an assigned caseload of individuals.

    NOTE: A degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) is a degree in the field of human services, healthcare or education including but not limited to: nursing, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, special education or sociology.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

    One (1) year of the General Experience must have been providing case management or casework services to individuals with intellectual disability.
    NOTE: For State Employees this is interpreted at the level of Developmental Services Case Manager.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience managing caseloads that focus in supporting individuals, families and guardians of adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) to work collaboratively to plan and navigate services and supports tailored to the individual’s needs.   
    • Experience working with individuals and families, as well as other community stakeholders (i.e. School districts, parent groups, private providers, etc.).
    • Experience working in a supervisory capacity. 
    • Experience training staff on current policies and procedures.
    • Experience with Microsoft Office Products, computer software, handling of databases and individualized electronic budgets (IP-6).
    • Experience running reports, reviewing, analyzing, and applying outcomes for staff performance appraisals.
    • Experience providing support and services available to adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD), both within and outside of the Department of Developmental Services. 
    • Experience and the ability to effectively communicate and work cooperatively with various department such as Probate and Judicial Courts, Department of Social services, Department of Children and Families and the Abuse Investigation Division.  
    • Experience analyzing, interpreting, and processing Medicaid Waiver requirements, DDS Home & Community Based Services (HCBS) Waivers, and accessing benefits through the Department of Social Services.
    • Experience reading and interpreting Abuse and Neglect reporting policies and procedures.
    • Experience relaying information to public audiences and developing measurement outcomes to prove messages are understood.
    • Experience working in independent and collaborative environments.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    1. Must be eligible for certification as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional as required by Federal regulations.
    2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
    3. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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