Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority (ImCal HSA) exists so that citizens with mental health, addictions, and developmental challenges residing in the parishes of Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis are empowered, and self-determination is valued such that individuals live a satisfying, hopeful, and contributing life. We're looking for a Community Service Professional to join our Developmental Disabilities Division . Our Developmental Disabilities Division is committed to ensuring quality services, serving as the Single Point of Entry (SPOE) into the developmental disabilities services system. Four years of experience in providing health or developmentally disabled services, counseling, health care management, or social services; OR Six years of full-time work experience plus one year of experience in providing health or developmentally disabled services, counseling, health care management, or social services; OR A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in providing health or developmentally disabled services, counseling, health care management, or social services; OR An advanced degree in a social sciences field, nursing, public health; public, hospital, or health administration; speech-language pathology or communication sciences and disorders; physical, occupational, recreational, or music therapy.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. In this role, you will: Receive/screen inquiries/calls from people contacting the Regional Office, and initiate appropriate dispositions to assist them. Conduct assessments, refer, and develop support profiles/support plans for persons seeking system entry or services within the Developmental Disabilities Service System. Assist individuals in choosing appropriate goals/services, and make recommendations for specific support needs based on information gathered through assessments, personal interviews, and outside sources. Analyzes evaluative information, identifies and prioritizes support needs/resources, develops support components, and/or initiates referrals to alternative entities. Outlines appropriate specialized services for program participants based on the support plan and other pertinent data gathered during the interview with the program applicant/participant. Plans and coordinates statewide program elements as appropriate to the individual's needs. Monitors applicable program elements for individual satisfaction and for fiscal soundness.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

Probational or Permanent Career Prog ressi on : This position is part of a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule:

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Compensation:

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking their application status to see where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact: Leigh Conway HR Director - ImCal HSA Leigh.

Conway@imcalhsa.org Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.