Prc Chair

Would you 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 visit or click here on the link to 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 PRC Chair. 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.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies boards and commissions many State employees participate in the States Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes in offices and in hoteling spaces. All work including remote work should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Serves as the Program and Review Committee (PRC) Chair for the District. Responsible for coordinating the committee and scheduling PRC meetings per Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Policy. Reviews Behavior Plans (BP) and provides constructive feedback to the Planning team regarding the plans.
Responsible for approval/disapproval of BPs and tracks the changes recommended by the PRC to the provider agency. Attends provider and IOC meetings. Provides program changes and technical assistance to provider agencies on an individual basis as needed. Refers providers to the DDD Training Unit for BTP classes so that agency staff receive proper training.
Supervises administrative staff including daily supervision performance review/ management and annual leave/time cards.
Provides data meeting agendas notices and minutes for PRC to PRC Administrator for review and approval.
Collaborates with the PRC Administrators in regards to the PRC. Ensures the timely completion of a variety of assigned projects related to the Division and its members with developmental disabilities.

Knowledge In:
DDD service delivery system and the Arizona Long Term Care Services (ALTCS).
Federal state and local laws rules regulations policies and procedures (i.e. American with Disabilities Act HIPAA Article IX etc.).
Positive behavior building and behavior building plan development.
Effective management principles and statistical methods.

Skills In:
Oral and written communication.
Interpersonal relationships and diplomacy spanning a large and diverse group of individuals..
Assessment and evaluation of Behavior Plans (BP) to ensure compliance.
Researching compiling data and providing comprehensive reports.
Developing organizing and coordinating effective systems to increase the quality of service.
Using Computer Systems (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite Google Workspace.
Supervise and lead.
Ability To:
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Work independently and within a variety of diverse groups.
Work with various committees to ensure proper policies and procedures are followed at all times.
Recognize basic human rights and oversee the implementation of care and assistance needs for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Organize information quickly and logically.
Articulate complex arguments and resolve conflicts between competing information.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:
At least (2) years experience in Case Management/Support Coordination and/or writing and implementing Behavior Treatment Plans.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Valid Arizona Drivers License. Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R.12.) AND have an acceptable driving record in accordance with DES Fleet Management-Safety Program policy and procedures (DES& DES). Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration however mileage will be reimbursed.

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
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities.

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule employees enjoy improved work/life balance report higher job satisfaction and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave 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.