CEA, Level A - System of Care Specialist
Company: State of California
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: November 19, 2023
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Job Description:
The System of Care Specialist formulates and develops policies
to implement and sustain the requirements of Assembly Bill (AB)
2083 and AB 153 to provide System of Care technical and
consultative assistance, case consultation and continuum capacity
analysis for the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to
better serve youth that require complex care and coordination with
all local child serving partners. This position will provide and
oversee case-specific tracking, data collection and consultation,
as well as coordination with regional center (RC) professionals,
clinical professionals, and local county and educational partners.
This position will conduct ongoing cross-system policy analysis to
identify the intersections and impacts of those policies to the
developmental service system and provide recommendations to DDS
Executive Leadership. In consultation with the Joint Resolution
Team (JRT) as defined by Welfare and Institutions Code,
section16521.6, under the guidance of Executive Leadership and in
response to data and information collected through consultative
processes, this position will provide recommendations for se rvice
expansion for exceptional care and supervision needs for children
with complex care needs and on the development of other community,
educational, or family supports.
This position will be a member of the JRT to collect data and
information; produce Legislative reports; provide technical
assistance; provide consultation to DDS on the Children's Crisis
Continuum Pilot Program and other Children and Youth System of Care
program areas on standards, practice, performance and evaluation
standards; work in collaboration with the JRT to maximize federal
financial participation and facilitate timely access to residential
placements of youth in foster care; and, provide consultation on
implementation of appropriated funds that support new or expanded
programs, services, practices, and training that builds system
capacity and ensures the provision of a high-quality continuum of
care that is designed to support youth and families experiencing
the child welfare system.
This position is eligible to participate in DDS' hybrid telework
schedule. Participation in telework is subject to DDS'
guidelines.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty
Statement .
Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification
Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position
can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please
contact the hiring department listed below. Additional
Documents
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-399568
Position #(s):
472-564-7500-003
Working Title:
CEA, Level A - System of Care Specialist
Classification:
C. E. A. $9,471.00 - $11,463.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time
Department Information
The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the
agency through which the State of California provides services and
supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy,
epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided
through state-operated developmental centers and community
facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The
regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access
the services and supports available to individuals with
developmental disabilities and their families.
Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov
Special Requirements
A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) is required and is a narrative
discussion of the candidate's education, experience and/or training
that would qualify him/her for this position, related to the
Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Abilities, Special Personal
Requirements, and Desirable Qualifications
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR)
Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for
the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career
Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your
Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or
required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job
Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically
through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When
submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the
Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not
apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be
submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required
documents to:
Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters
Attn: Claudia Lutz
Exam Unit
1215 O Street, MS 10-40
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required
documents at:
Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters
Claudia Lutz
Exam Unit
1215 O Street, MS 10-40
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your
application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely
may not be considered for this job:
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and is a narrative
discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience,
and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and
qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of
each candidate's ability to present information clearly and
concisely in writing. SEE "SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS" ABOVE FOR
INSTRUCTIONS.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring
interview process must request the necessary accommodations if
scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the
time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding
reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed
on this job posting.
Examination Qualification Requirements All applicants must possess
the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described
in this announcement.
Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require
current permanent status in the civil service.
General Qualifications
State civil service employees must possess essential general
qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good
judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.
Knowledge and Abilities
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high
administrative and policy - influencing functions effectively. Such
overall ability requires possession of most of the following more
specific knowledge and abilities:
Knowledge of: The Lanterman Act, developmental disabilities, the RC
service system, and processes and protocols in California state
government. Principles, practices, and trends of public and
business administration including management, supportive staff
services, and employee supervision.
Ability to: Supervise and train subordinate staff. Develop and
maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with department
and RC staff, the public, and others; work with professional
personnel in the field relating to coordinating and developing
services for persons with developmental needs.
These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the
following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the
formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies
(experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service,
other government settings, or in a private organization):
CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program
activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program
policies.
CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program
administration or broad program manager experience with substantial
participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of
program policies.
CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional
influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to
provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the
mission of the State department and often exercising technical and
or professional skills that are required at this level.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's
relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of
experience, the following factors will provide the basis for
competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge of: AB 2083 and AB 153; education, behavioral health and
child welfare policy and programs; the Department's mission and
values; the Lanterman Act and developmental services system and
applicable state and federal laws, policies and regulations; the
organization and functions of California State Government including
the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive
Branch; principles and practices of policy formulation and
development; and project management principles including work plan
development and budgeting.
Ability to: Manage multiple projects to meet Department goals and
objectives; work collaboratively and as a leader in
multidisciplinary teams; develop and maintain cooperative and
harmonious relationships with RCs, other state agencies, peers, the
public and others; analyze data and present ideas and information
effectively both verbally and in writing; supervise and coordinate
the work of others; perform legislative review and analysis; apply
quality management principles and techniques; represent the
Department in a professional manner; gain the confidence and
support of top level administrators and advise on a wide range of
program issues; and analyze complex problems and recommend
effective courses of action.
Examination Information
If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may
take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination
Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible
list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the
performance of others who take this examination, and all successful
candidates will be ranked according to their scores.
A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to
obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will
receive written notification of their examination results.
The results of this examination will only be used to fill this
position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.
Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most
qualified candidates.
The examining Department reserves the right to revise the
examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the
circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such
revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and
all competitors will be notified.
Special Testing Arrangements If you have a disability and need
special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations
question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be
contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding
reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed
on this announcement.
Benefits
As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental
Services, you and your family will have access to excellent
medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to
retirement benefits.
Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining
unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may
also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee
collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit
the links below:
California State Employee Benefits Summary
CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2024
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the
CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions
regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Claudia Lutz
(916) 322-7784
claudia.lutz@dds.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the
interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.
You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable
Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)
to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Office of Human Rights and Advocacy
(916) 654-1888
OHRAS@dds.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922
(Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is
reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Information
The first cut-off date for this exam posting is NOVEMBER 3, 2023
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Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.
Remove Confidential Information
Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you
submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume,
or educational transcripts.
Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from
these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social
Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number,
driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility,
examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.
Confidential information on the first page of applications
submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN,
examination related information, and driver's license number will
automatically be redacted upon submission.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all,
regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and
physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave,
gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information,
marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status,
national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex
(includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical
conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a
drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be
expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the
use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the
rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in
public servants.
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