Developmental Services Transition Advisor; Office​/On-site EG

Overview

Are you seeking a fulfilling role where you can truly impact the lives of individuals with disabilities? The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – North Region – is accepting applications for a full-time, first shift Developmental Services Transition Advisor in Individual and Family Support (Self-Determination/ Advocacy) located in East Hartford. This position will provide consultation and assistance around the application of Self-Advocacy, Self-Determination, Self-Direction, Education, Value Based Decision Making, Employment, Person Centered Planning, Peer to Peer Supports, and Assistive Technology to individuals with developmental disabilities, their families and legal guardians, and DDS Qualified Provider agencies.

Position Highlights

• LOCATION:
  
  East Hartford, CT
• PCN: 141324
• SHIFT:
  First (1st) Shift - full time (37.5 hours/week)
• SCHEDULE:
  
  Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm | Regular Days Off:
  Saturday & Sunday

Must be flexible to meet the needs of the agency. Will be required to travel and transport individuals between multiple locations to various CT-based groups, meetings, offices, presentations, special events, etc.

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• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees

• Engage in a rewarding career
• Make a difference in the public sector
• Work together in a collaborative team environment

The mission of DDS is to partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.

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• Meet
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits:
  List earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. If the institution is located outside the U.S., you must provide documentation for foreign education equivalencies.
• Resume Policy:
  Resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment progresses, additional documentation may be required (e.g., cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure) at the discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/
  
  Location:
  
  Select all locations and shifts you are willing to work. Failure to do so may affect consideration for vacancies.
• Timely Submission:
  All materials must be received by the deadline. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM.
• Salary Calculations:
  For current state employees, salary calculations may vary between state branches.
• Note:
  
  The only way to apply is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

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• Note:
  
  This position may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
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  This position is filled in accordance with contractual language and other applicable rules. Candidates offered employment are bound by the State Code of Ethics…