Community Engagement Specialist

Company: Golden Gate Regional Center Inc
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 17, 2025

Job Description:

Community Engagement SpecialistSalary Range: $63,011 - $75,613GGRC is committed to assisting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities lead lives of liberty and opportunity. We are looking for a Community Engagement Specialist who will evaluate and monitor day and specialized services within the Agency's three counties to ensure the quality of services provided to people supported and in compliance with Title XVII, California Code of Regulations, Agency standards, and best practices for programs. The purpose of Golden Gate Regional Center's (GGRC's) Community Engagement Specialist is to coordinate GGRC's activities as related to the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) and the Home and Community Based Services Settings Final Rule (HCBSFR).Responsibilities:

• Participates in activities to support GGRC and its Service Provider community in reaching compliance with HCBS requirements.
• Provides consultation and technical assistance to Service Providers and regional center staff regarding HCBS requirements.
• Serves as supplementary GGRC staff contact for all Quality Assurance issues related to HCBS requirements.
• Maintains communication with Service Providers to complete ongoing HCBS compliance monitoring to assess the need for and progress in making required changes to existing programs.
• Acts as a liaison to programs and completes monitoring tools and guidance for the successful transition to the HCBS-FR.
• Ensures all programs provide services that are community-based, competitively employed, and at least at the minimum wage level.Work Location:The Community Engagement Specialist position is a full-time position operating out of the San Francisco office in a hybrid schedule. This position will require you to travel locally within the counties of San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin. Access to reliable transportation is required to travel to and between many different locations throughout the day in order to perform the outlined responsibilities of the position.Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in social work or related human services field. Master's degree is preferred.
• 2+ years post-graduate work, one of which must be in the field of developmental disabilities.
• 2-3 years in interpreting and implementing federal and state regulations and developing policies and procedures to comply with regulations.
• Experience in supporting people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities is desired but not required.
• 4+ years working in social services in case management, program management, or quality assurance and/or resource development.Skills:
• Written communication: ability to develop standard business communications, using proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Oral communication: ability to convey complex information and ideas in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
• Documenting and maintaining accurate data, reports, and records.
• Basic familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, or similar software applications.
• Ability to travel in the community and throughout the state.
• Working cooperatively and effectively with individuals supported and their families, providers of employment services, and business community partners.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Program evaluation and development.
• Seminar and workshop presentation.Desired Qualifications:Experience in multi-cultural settings and/or multi-lingual capacity.Benefits:Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program that reimburses qualifying employees up to $10,000 per fiscal year. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution and additional employer paid Life, Disability, and Vision coverage. 10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account to help you save for the future!Generous Time Off Benefits:13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 10 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for continuing education.How to Apply:GGRC values diversity; people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please complete the application and submit your most recent resume. If you feel that the questions do not accurately capture what you have to offer Golden Gate Regional Center, you are also welcome to attach a cover letter. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to submit yours soon. We look forward to reading your application.Golden Gate Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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