I/DD Oregon Needs Assessor

Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a full time I/DD Certified Functional Oregon Needs Assessor. The Needs Assessor will work with the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities team to conduct functional needs assessment to determine if an individual eligible for Medicaid Funded Services, meets the required Level of Care, establish service level and/or service payment. Complete and submit assessments in ODDS’ electronic payment and reporting system.

The Requirements:

Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass all criminal history check requirements and drug screenings.

An assessor and supervisor must have knowledge of the public service system for developmental disabilities services in Oregon and at least:

(a) A bachelor's degree in behavioral science, social science, or a closely related field;

(b) A bachelor’s degree in any field and one year of human services related experience, such as work providing assistance to people and groups with issues, such as economical disadvantages, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, or housing;

(c) An associate’s degree in a behavioral science, social science, or a closely related field and two years of human services related experience, such as work providing assistance to people and groups with issues, such as economical disadvantages, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, or housing; or

(d) Three years of human services related experience, such as work providing assistance to people and groups with issues, such as economical disadvantages, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, or housing.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct the Oregon Needs Assessment (ONA)


• Complete all required trainings to maintain certification, as directed by ODDS virtually and in person


• Conduct and complete assessments as directed of ODDS and OAR’s


• Conduct file reviews, face to face observations and interviews with the individuals, families and/or other supporters


• Collaborate with Service Coordinators to ensure accuracy of assessments


• Submit assessments in a timely manner and within established timelines


• Monitor due dates and deadlines for upcoming assessments needed


• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and progress notes for assessments completed


• Interact with individuals using Person Centered Practices


• Attend regularly scheduled team meetings, assessor call ins and other meetings as needed virtually and in person

• Have the ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

The Company:

CHD is a nonprofit corporation that is recognized statewide as an innovator. Join a self-directed team that has the capability to manage their own work and make decisions at the level of service to the customer.

The Benefits:

Full time exempt position with attractive benefit package that includes paid time off, medical plan that includes acupuncture, chiropractic and naturopathic, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, paid renewal leave, annual employee appreciation picnics and dinners, Mental Health Days, gym discounts, and more.

The Area:

Tired of the rat race? La Grande, Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air, a strong community presence, virtually no traffic, and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains.  Enjoy hiking, horseback and mountain bike trails, and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area, bird watching at Ladd Marsh, picnics along the Grande Ronde River, inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University.

Please apply through our website at www.chdinc.org/employment. If you need assistance please call 541-962-8881.

The Center for Human Development, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer.  We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.