Posting number: 2026-02788
Department: HealthWest
Job classification: SDS Support Broker
Posting type: Open
Categories: Mental Health, Miscellaneous, Human Services
A Self-Directed Services Support Broker, under general supervision and review, helps individuals in self-directed service programs design, manage, and control their own supports. Working on behalf of the individual, they focus on promoting choice, independence, and self-advocacy. They assist with person-centered planning, guide individuals in managing their service budgets, and support them in hiring and supervising staff. They assist in developing person-centered plans by helping individuals define their goals and translate them into actionable support, while also providing guidance on managing the individual budget associated with Medicaid-funded services. This includes helping allocate funds, monitor expenditures, and make adjustments as needed. While they collaborate with case managers, their role is distinctly separate and is centered on coaching, advocacy, and helping individuals navigate systems and make informed decisions, ensuring services are flexible, personalized, and aligned with the individual’s goals. A Self-Directed Services Support Broker completes, coordinates, and monitors agency documentation of services provided and performs related work activities as assigned.
Possess a bachelor’s degree in a human service field, such as, psychology, social work, human services, etc. or be eligible to graduate within 90 days of application and able to submit an official transcript upon appointment to position;
NOTE: The recruitment for this position utilizes assessment(s) in order to match candidate foundational competencies, personality, and job fit to those required for the position.
An employee in this class performs generally sedentary work activity requiring occasional lifting of objects weighing thirty-five (35) pounds or less.
An employee in this class generally works remotely or in the offices of HealthWest, although travel throughout the County by use of personal resources is required to provide face-to-face service to individuals in their home or community setting, facilitate or attend training, and/or for other required job duties.
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Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.
Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant’s employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.
The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.
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