Public Strategies Overview

Public Strategies (PS) is a nationally respected consulting, project management, and marketing firm based in Oklahoma City. We provide innovative solutions for federal, state, and local clients, including project and program management, training and technical assistance, technology, event management, research and evaluation, video production, and strategic communications. We also deliver research-informed direct services to financially vulnerable Oklahomans, with a focus on strengthening families and improving employment opportunities.

We are a collaborative team of thinkers, creatives, strategists, communicators, builders, researchers, and change agents committed to touching lives, driving change, and doing good well.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Comprehensive Services Senior Specialist is to empower and support Oklahomans with disabilities and their families who opt for the Self-Directed Services option of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS). The Senior Specialist will support the planning of direct service approaches for families as a part of the statewide human services delivery system. This professional will support the evolving needs of the DDS Self-Directed Services program, with a goal of program growth and sustainability. The Senior Specialist will serve as an internal cross-division liaison to support event planning and execution and the delivery of high-quality external communication with families. A strengths-based approach with knowledge of the social model of disability allows this professional to best serve families and ensure fidelity with professional partnerships and program outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop and maintain a positive and effective relationship with service recipients, families, DDS staff, and other service providers, as needed.
• Adhere to evidence based therapeutic and theoretical approaches to engage with families, including but not limited to person centered thinking and the social model of disability.
• Knowledge of current state and local policies on disability services and available community resources.
• Demonstrate flexibility and creative problem solving to meet the needs of the target population.
• Establish robust communication opportunities to ensure program model fidelity.
• Advocate and empower participants to increase self-sufficiency as they engage with DDS.
• Administrate the planning and execution of events for families and vendors.
• Serve as a liaison for cross division collaboration, i.e. Stratcom, Events and Logistics.
• Prepare for and participate in multidisciplinary meetings and share insight on engagement themes with recipients and families.
• Attend and participate in community events, meetings and training events.
• Provide consultation, guidance and support to specialists in Manager's absence.
• Contribute to other DDS and Comprehensives projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Training

• Bachelor's degree in human-services or a related field, required

Experience

• 2+ years of experience with customer service with excellent communication skills, preferred
• 2+ years of experience providing services to people with developmental disabilities, preferred
• 2+ years of experience working in social services, child welfare or human services, preferred
• 2+ years of experience coordinating experiences for individuals with disabilities and their families, preferred

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Should exhibit strong organizational and time management abilities
• Able to work independently and as a part of a team
• Should demonstrate ability to provide leadership in Manager's absence
• The ability to operate data management systems and other computer software platforms such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to engage in public speaking with target audiences
• Excellent verbal and written skills required
• The ability to operate data management systems and other computer software platforms such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must maintain accurate electronic and paper files and provide confidentiality as needed
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weeknights and weekends.
• Ability to travel within the OKC metro and other areas of the state
• Occasional airline and overnight travel may be required for trainings and meetings