Habilitation Services Project Coordinator
Habilitation Services Project Coordinator
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DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY
Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.
DES works with families community organizations advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals families and communities for a better quality of life.
HABILITATION SERVICES PROJECT COORDINATOR
Address: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
1789 W. JEFFERSON STREET PHOENIX AZ 8501
Salary: $43000.00 - $47799.86
Grade: 18
Closing Date: 09/05/2026
Wouldyou like to be part of an amazing team that makes Arizonans thrive At the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals families and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service community and teamwork. To learn more about DES please click on the linkhereto view Our DES video. Come Join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Habilitation Services Project Coordinator. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities and their families services and supports that are flexible high quality and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community.
Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Documents monitors reviews and closes significant licensing compliance concerns in the licensing database. Examples include licensing investigations protective service investigations and investigations by law enforcement.
Reviewing incidents from the Divisions incident management system to identify licensing compliance issues.
Drafts correspondence to be sent directly to developmental home licensees. Examples include letters of concern notices of violation or adverse actions.
Provides technical assistance to licensing agencies licensees and internal stakeholders.
Conducts independent investigations as assigned. Inputting data into the Divisions electronic licensing management system.
Reviewing and maintaining the concerns standard of work.
Knowledge in:
Regulations and Arizona Administrative Codes governing Developmental Home Licensing (Articles 10 and 11)
Arizona Revised Statues related to regulatory enforcement and due process .
Regulatory Administrative Principles concerning enforcement and regulatory authority. Federal and State laws regulations and policies.
Problem resolution techniques which include defining the problem exploring and evaluating system efficiency and effectiveness and implementing solutions.
Investigative techniques and procedures that result in effective organization of ideas delivery and resolution of questions and concerns.
Skills In:
Excellent written and verbal communication including the ability to clearly convey complex regulatory issues in a concise and effective manner.
Critical analysis of written and verbal communication
Interpersonal relations conflict resolution facilitation of group interaction for staff members. Strong computer skills which include MS Excel MS Word Google database management software programs and webased applications such as Quick Connect.
Understanding and interpreting Federal and State laws regarding the provisions of services for individuals with Developmental disabilities.
Customer service and interview techniques.
Ability to:
Formulate interpret and explain policies rules and regulations.
Analyze information identify problems forecast consequences and develop solutions to make recommendations that are supported by licensing requirements of contractual mandates.
Establish and maintain working relationships with colleagues staff other departments and the public at large.
Demonstrate tact diplomacy and professionalism when representing the department.
Understand and address the concerns of individuals regulated by OLCR.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
A Bachelors Degree in Management Human Services Legal Social Work or another closely related field from an accredited college or university. Regulatory Investigative and/or Developmental Disabilities experience is highly desirable.
Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On or shortly after your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans enrollment instructions submission deadlines and effective dates.
For questions about this career opportunity please contact us Alyssa Figueroa at or .
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting or Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
