Disability Program Specialist IV
Core
Plans, develops, implements, and coordinates statewide programs for persons with disabilities, including information/referral, needs assessment, employment development, and technical assistance; acts as a client advocate/ombudsman to resolve complaints via mediation, negotiation, or legal remedies.
Role type
Senior IC disability program specialist (supervisory level)
Builds
Statewide disability support programs, client assistance services, and policy/technical guidance for agencies and individuals
Domain
Public sector / Disability services / Civil rights administration
Deliverable
client delivery | production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> client delivery
Required skills
Program planning and coordination, case management, client advocacy, mediation and negotiation, needs assessment, data analysis and reporting, supervisory management, knowledge of federal/state disability laws, interviewing techniques, report writing, grievance and legal process navigation
Preferred skills
Experience with Adobe Experience Manager, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), conducting inspections and investigations, organizing training workshops
Technologies
Adobe Experience Manager, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate disability programs; provide case management and counseling to clients; assist clients with civil complaints and legal remedies; conduct needs assessment studies; supervise staff and provide guidance/training; research disability issues and disseminate information
Seniority
Senior, supervisory IC