Supervisor, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Job Description:

Supervisor, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Description

Summary

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
Deschutes County Health Services supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health and safety of the community in a broad variety of community-based settings.
Deschutes County Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Program is the Community Developmental Disabilities Program (CDDP) providing case management and other IDD-related services for Deschutes County. By joining the IDD Program, you would be joining a team committed to providing person-centered equitable access to services by advocating for, protecting and empowering individuals with IDD to live their best lives.

To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click HERE.
ABOUT THE COUNTY:
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Supervisor works in coordination with the assigned manager to supervise the operations of the IDD program. The ability to apply extensive subject matter knowledge related to administration of IDD services in group homes and foster homes is a requirement of this position. The incumbent may also be assigned direct supervision of other personnel based on specialized areas of subject matter expertise.
This position functions as a key component of the department's leadership team. The incumbent reports directly to the Program Manager and requires collaboration with Behavioral Health Program Managers and Supervisors; Health Services compliance, billing, and fiscal staff; local provider agency administrative staff; and state program staff.

The incumbent will need to possess effective interpersonal, technical, and project management skills; and an understanding of supervision best practices and knowledge of related personnel laws. Incumbent will supervise a team of approximately seven Services Coordinators on the “comprehensive services” team.

The position requires continuous responsibility for a team that provides services that span coverage from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., primarily based out of Bend and Redmond, but also remotely and throughout the County.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program planning, budgeting, monitoring, coordination, evaluation, and supervising staff.
  
• Monitor financial and operational performance of programs in collaboration with department management.
  
• Provide annual written evaluations and schedule monthly one-on-one supervision for approximately seven staff, as well as maintain ongoing availability, support and contact with staff performing duties remotely, in office and in the field.
  

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities System and difference between all service elements.
• Federal, state and county laws, codes, rules, and regulations governing public health.
• Investigation process, reporting, and coordination.
• Staff supervision, leadership, and motivation.
• Department of Health Services computer programs and other health services software.
• Customer service and community outreach.

Skill in:

• Interacting with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and determining services, referrals, and resources.
• Providing structure and direction for staff.
• Preparing documentation, assisting with investigations, and determining victim services.
• Managing and assuring compliance to information management and client confidentiality requirements.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Following directions and interacting in a professional manner.
• Working within a team and collaborating with multiple team members.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, professional agencies, and community members.
• Effective verbal and written communication.

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

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Compensation

$7,298.09 to $9,780.12 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This position is available immediately.

BENEFITS:
Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent course work in developmental disabilities services, Business or Public Administration, or a closely related field;
• AND five (5) years of experience, including staff supervision;
• OR any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Minimum of one year of supervisory or coordinator-related experience.
• Experience providing coaching or supervision in an IDD Case Management Entity.
• Possess subject matter expertise in rule compliance specific to IDD 24-hour Residential and Foster settings.
• Experience leading community partner collaboration activities.

Necessary Special Requirements

The employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Must meet provider Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credentialing requirements as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (8).
NOTE: Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 this position requires a Criminal Background check through the State Background Check Unit/Orchards, which may also include being fingerprinted. These rules provide for the reasonable screening under ORS 181A.195, 181A.200, 409.027 AND 413.036 of the County’s employees to determine if they have a history of specific criminal behavior identified in federal or state law or rules such that they should not be allowed to work, be employed, or perform in positions covered by these rules. Please click HERE to review Criminal Records Check Rules. All offers of employment for this position are contingent upon the candidate receiving final approval from the State Background Check Unit/Orchards to work in this position.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes Countyoffers eligible employeesa comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following1month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, DeschutesCounty provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

Employer paid benefit offerings include:

• Life Insurance for employee and dependents
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
• Time Management Leave

Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:

• 125 Flexible Spending Program
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance

To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit www.deschutes.org/hr and click on Employee Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 10/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$7,298.09 - $9,780.12 Monthly