Developmental Disabilities Service Coordinator- Kearney

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Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:

Kearney NE

Hiring Rate:

$23.885

Job Posting:

JR2026- Developmental Disabilities Service Coordinator- Kearney (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description:

Do you want to make a difference in peoples lives The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is looking for you to join our team and become one of our outstanding Service Coordinators within the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). DDD provides funding and oversight of services to persons served within the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program to include persons with disabilities including physical or persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities children with special health care needs or the aging. A successful candidate is someone who can manage diverse relationships is action oriented communicates effectively and is organized.

Effective July 1st 2026 starting wage will increase to $24.422/hour.

In this position you will serve as a case manager for people who have been determined eligible for a Waiver.

As a Service Coordinator you will:

• Coordinate and oversee the delivery of services
• Conduct assessments and eligibility determinations
• Develop plans of services and supports
• Provide appropriate referrals
• Monitor provision of services
• Ensure health welfare and safety of those we support

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelors degree and professional experience in: education psychology social work sociology human services or a related field and experience in services or programs for person with intellectual or other developmental disabilities. Related experience coursework training and/or education may substitute for the Bachelors degree on a year-for-year basis. (Consideration will be given to applicants who will graduate within 90 days of application.)

Preferred Qualifications : Experience with developing person centered plans completing assessments habilitation program implementation team and meeting facilitation experience in Word Excel Outlook Nfocus and Therap. Experience in services or programs for people with special healthcare needs.

Other : Possess a valid drivers license and have immediate access to a reliable vehicle. A state vehicle may be provided dependent upon office location

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