Supervisor, Social Worker – Self Determination Program

Golden Gate Regional Center (GGRC)

. Provide training, advocacy, service arrangements and administrative support for Self Determination Program participants .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeSan Rafael • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,518 - $90,621 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing training, advocacy, and administrative support for Self Determination Program participants, while effectively collaborating with various stakeholders and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations. Proficient in developing Individual Program Plans and managing case records to ensure positive client outcomes.

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Bachelor’s Degree In Social WorkValid Clinical License4+ Years Post-Master’s Work2+ Years Regional Center ExperienceTraining And Facilitation Skills

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Hard Skills

Person-Centered PlanningInterview TechniquesCounseling PrinciplesCase Record MaintenanceProject Management Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Written And Oral CommunicationCreative Problem-SolvingCultural AwarenessCollaboration And Active ListeningCoaching And Supporting Staff

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MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointMS Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Clinical License

Industry Keywords

Self Determination ProgramAdvocacy ServicesCommunity StructureCalifornia Lanterman ActHIPAA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide training, advocacy, service arrangements and administrative support for Self Determination Program participants
Monitor the Self Determination Program and report progress according to program guidelines
Provide internal consultation on SDP to the ongoing social work unit
Collaborate with and support GGRC’s Self Determination Local Advisory Committee, fiscal unit and resource development units
Serve as the main internal and external point of contact for SDP questions and training
Respond to communications from individuals, families, service providers and outside agencies
Develop program plans with clients, families and other stakeholders and monitor results
Provide advocacy services and train individuals and families on advocacy issues
Maintain case, funding and billing records and produce required reports
Conduct person-centered planning meetings and develop Individual Program Plans and individual budgets
Serve as primary GGRC staff support and partner to the SDLAC and attend monthly meetings
Complete monitoring requirements and progress reports, including reports to DDS
Complete SDP budget funding and related reports
Potentially serve as an Independent Facilitator, coordinating and monitoring service delivery and progress
Provide community information and advocacy, including maintaining GGRC’s Self Determination webpage
Respond to SDP@ggrc.org community inquiries
Serve as backup to Social Workers as needed
Participate voluntarily in the Supervisory On-Call rotation
Participate in special projects and perform additional assigned duties
Maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and the California Lanterman Act

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related human services field
Valid Clinical License at time of hire and ability to maintain license in good standing preferred
4+ years post-Master’s work with increasing responsibility
2+ years Regional Center Experience
Demonstrated knowledge of agency policy and procedures
Training and facilitation skills
Interview techniques for person-centered planning
Knowledge of counseling principles, objectives and techniques
Knowledge of individual and group behavior, human growth and development, and family relationships
Knowledge of community structure and organization and constructive client advocacy
Ability to maintain clear and concise case records
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to operate basic office equipment
Basic familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook or similar software
Ability to provide direction focused on client outcomes and values
Planning and project management skills
Ability to coach and support staff and provide real-time feedback
Creative problem-solving skills
Ability to address performance and hold people accountable
Respect and cultural awareness
Ability to build partnerships and trust through collaboration and active listening
Ability to create strategic community networks and relationships
Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
Experience in multi-cultural settings and/or multi-lingual capacity desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution
Employer-paid Life, Disability and Vision coverage
10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account
13 vacation days
15 sick days
11 paid holidays
6 personal holidays
Up to 5 paid days for continuing education
Diversity-focused, collaborative and community-minded work environment