ABOUT
OREGON CASCADES WEST COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (OCWCOG)
OCWCOG
manages a variety of local, State, and Federal programs to serve residents,
local governments, and businesses in our tri-County Region. OCWCOG is
recognized by the State of Oregon as an Area Commission on Transportation (ACT)
and a Type B Medicaid Transfer Agency. Additionally, the association is
recognized by the Federal Government as an Area Agency on Aging (AAA), an
Economic Development District (EDD), an Economic Development Revolving Loan
Fund Coordinator, a U.S. Department of Agriculture Revolving Loan Agency, and
staffs the two Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) in the Region. These
designations increase OCWCOG’s ability to serve our communities’ needs.
As
an Oregon intergovernmental entity, in addition to the programs and services
that OCWCOG is required by State or Federal contract to provide, OCWCOG helps
businesses find appropriate capital; facilitates seniors and persons with
disabilities plan for independent living; coordinates local road improvement
priorities; and assists with administration and technical support for its
member governments.
Each
program works towards OCWCOG’s mission of helping the Region’s communities
collaborate to solve problems and connect member governments, businesses, and
individuals with a wide array of resources.
Title: Senior and Disability Services Supervisor
Position
Classification: Program Supervisor
Department: Linn/Benton Senior and
Disability Services Division
Reports to: Senior and Disability Services Program Manager
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Responsible
for the day-to-day operations of an assigned Senior and Disability Services
work group. Interprets policy,
implements procedures, directs staff, develops systems, and monitors work
activities. Coordinates services within Senior and Disability Services and
other local health and social agencies.
Performs
position duties in a manner that promotes customer service and harmonious
working relationships, including treating all persons courteously and respectfully. Engages in effective team participation
through willingness to assist and support co-workers, supervisors, and other
work-related associations. Develops good working relationships with department
and agency staff and supervisors through active participation in accomplishing
group projects and in identifying and resolving problems in a constructive
manner. Demonstrates positive acceptance
of constructive feedback and suggestions, to strengthen work performance. Contributes to a positive, respectful, and
productive work atmosphere. Regular
attendance is required to meet the demands of this job and to provide necessary
services.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Job
Duties #1 – Staff supervision 50%
- Develops, implements, and evaluates staffing
plans to support service delivery for the Medicaid program.
- Selects, trains, and supervises assigned
personnel.
- Reviews workloads, reports and records,
personnel assignments and status of ongoing work and various projects to plan
and evaluate staff activities.
- Completes annual performance
reviews.
- Assists staff in problem solving any type of
service or financial case situation.
Obtains clarification through Program Director and /or DHS Seniors and
People with Disabilities Services Division (SPDS) channels as needed.
Job
Duties #2 – Program Implementation and Policy 35%
- In
coordination with the Program Manager, provides policy and procedural
interpretation and direction for the Senior and Disability Services
program.
- Reviews proposed policy and makes
recommendations.
- Provides general policy and case
consultation to assigned staff.
Job
Duties #3 – Promote Quality Assurance 10%
- Reviews and approves client-related medical
deductions, special needs, and/or exception payments.
- Conducts selective periodic case reviews to
determine if required work is completed, if service plans are appropriate, and
mandated policy and procedures are followed.
- Meets periodically with Program Director to
discuss program functioning.
- Completes reports as assigned.
-
Responds to inquiries, complaints, problems,
or emergencies affecting availability or quality of service.
Job
Duties #3 – Support Other Program Functions 5%
- In coordination with the Program Manager,
may screen and consult on facility adult protective service investigations;
reviews and makes recommendations for facility investigation reports.
SUPERVISION
RECEIVED: Receives general supervision from the Senior
and Disability Services Program Director.
SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides supervision to, and evaluation of professional level staff as
assigned.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work
is performed primarily in an office environment utilizing a personal computer,
laptop, telephone, and a variety of office equipment. Position requires sitting for long periods of
time and performing extensive computer work.
Occasional travel is required to attend meetings or run errands for the
program. Attendance may be required at
occasional evening meetings.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience & Training
Graduation
from a four-year college or university with emphasis in social services. Course work in social work, or experience
providing considerable knowledge of persons with disabilities and seniors. At least two (2) years of supervisory
experience desirable. OR any satisfactory equivalent combination of education,
experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities
required to perform the duties of the job
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of the ADA, Older Americans Act,
senior and disability law, assistive technology, and medical terms.
- Knowledge of confidentiality rules
regarding client and provider records and investigations, including HIPAA regulations.
- Knowledge of available community resources.
- Considerable knowledge of administrative
procedures, project planning and report presentation.
- Knowledge of, and ability to operate, a
personal computer using a variety of Microsoft applications.
- Knowledge of, and experience in, Microsoft
Excel, Word, and Oregon Access software.
- Ability to exercise proficient time management
skills.
- Ability to develop and implement individual
service plans.
- Ability to assist, mentor, evaluate, and
coordinate personnel involved with providing social services casework.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally
and in writing.
- Ability to represent the agency before
various citizen groups and public officials.
- Ability to motivate, train and supervise
staff; and ability to apply problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to develop and implement individual
work plans.
Licenses, Certificates, & Other Requirements
Possession
of a Valid Oregon Driver's License or ability to obtain reliable transportation
to travel throughout assigned area.
Position
requires successful completion of a criminal history and driving record check.
This
job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to
be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees are required to follow any other
job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested
by their supervisor.
Requirements
are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To successfully perform this job, the
employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
COMPENSATION
PACKAGE
Starting salary is $5023.00/ $7335.00 DOQE. A step
increase will be awarded upon successful completion of a probationary period
(typically six months), and then annually thereafter to the top of the range.
OCWCOG offers an attractive benefits package including:
Retirement – OCWCOG pays both the employer’s percentage,
and employee’s six percent (6%) contribution into the Oregon Public Employees
System (PERS). In addition to PERS, OCWCOG pays into Social Security.
Insurance
– For select plans, OCWCOG currently pays one
hundred percent (100%) of the insurance premiums for the employee and their
eligible dependents. The insurance package includes medical, prescription,
dental and vision coverage, life, accidental death, and dismemberment, as well
as short-term disability and long-term disability.
Holiday
Leave – OCWCOG provides
ten and one half (11 ½) fixed holidays, plus two (2) personal days during each
fiscal year.
Additional
Benefits – Deferred
compensation options, Long-term care Insurance, Employee Assistance Program,
Credit Union memberships, and options to participate in pre-tax Health Savings
Account or Flexible Spending Account.
Sick
Leave – Full-time
employees accrue eight (8) hours of sick leave each month.
Vacation
Leave – Full-time
employees accrue vacation leave each month according to the following schedule:
0-36 months
- 8 hours/month
37-72
months
- 10 hours/month
73-144
months -
14 hours/month
145 months and above - 16 hours/month
GENERAL
INFORMATION
This
announcement will remain open until filled; however, the application screening
process is expected to begin on or about. Therefore, at the agency’s
discretion, materials received after may not receive consideration.
Possess a valid Oregon Driver’s License or can obtain reliable
transportation to travel throughout the three-county area is required.
If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of
a criminal records check, and the information will be shared with Human
Resources. Any criminal history will be reviewed and could result in the
withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
TO APPLY To apply scroll down to the bottom and click Apply.
You
must submit the following application materials to be considered as a viable
candidate:
A current resume that clearly describes your experience, skills, and/or
knowledge related to the requirements of the position and demonstrates that you
meet qualifications of the position listed above.
A cover letter explaining how your background, experience and
training qualify you for this position. Please
describe your experience and training specifically as they relate to the
Desired Attributes.
If you are an eligible veteran and wish to claim
veterans’ preference points AND you also meet the minimum qualifications for
this position, the points will be added to your score. To receive veterans’
preference points, you MUST attach to your application materials the following
required documentation:
·
A copy of
your DD214/DD215 form; OR a letter from the US Dept of Veteran’s Affairs
indicating you receive a non-service-connected pension for the five (5) point
preference.
·
A copy of
your DD214/DD215 form; AND a copy of your veteran’s disability preference
letter from the Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs for the ten (10) point preference.
If
you have any questions, please contact HR at hrrecruit@ocwcog.org. In the subject line please include the
position title and the posting number. JP#202231
To apply scroll
down to the bottom and click Apply.
8-8-22