Disability Management Officer - St. Ann

The incumbent will improve support for the disabled community by collecting and submitting data to facilitate planning for and mobilizing of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the parish of St. Ann

JOB VACANCY NOTICE

Disability Management Officer (SWG/PS 2) - St. Ann

REHABILITATION TRANSITION AND SOCIAL SERVICES

The Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD) is seeking to identify a suitably qualified candidate to fill the above-mentioned post.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Management/Administrative Responsibilities

  • Leads in the smooth and efficient operation of the Unit through the execution of daily operations
  • Reports on work done against stated and agreed work plans for the Unit
  • Fosters cooperative working relationships
  • Prepares monthly and quarterly reports and periodic Unit operational reports

   

  Technical / Professional Responsibilities

  • Identifies Persons with Disabilities across Jamaica
  • Collects information on Persons with Disabilities to maintain a Confidential Registry and facilitate more efficient planning and mobilizing of the stakeholders.
  • Facilitates the provision of a Certificate of Registration to registered Persons with Disabilities to be used to access certain benefits
  • Assists with the collection of data for monitoring trends and information  
  • Collaborates with other JCPD professionals to ensure the welfare of Persons with Disabilities.
  • Builds and maintains strong partnerships with key agencies to improve and expand JCPD responsive services within the sector
  • Assists with the provision of disability support services
  • Serves as liaison between different institutions to assist Persons with Disabilities, collaborating with other JCPD professionals
  • Refers Persons with Disabilities  to community and other resources
  • Addresses legal issues such as assisting with hearings and providing testimony relating to cases involving assigned Persons with Disabilities
  • Assists with research, policy development and advocacy for services
  • Mobilizes Persons with Disabilities for stakeholder engagements
  • Facilitates the distribution of payments to suppliers on behalf of successful grant applicants.
  • Represent the JCPD at selected public educational engagements
  • Maintains case history records and prepares reports

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

The position requires any of the following qualifications/experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, or related discipline
• At least three (3) years related work experience

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

The position requires any of the following knowledge/skills:

• Knowledge of GOJ regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of record keeping and records/file management techniques
• Knowledge of the JCPD’s policies and procedures governing disability management
• Knowledge of the Disability Act including its regulations, precedents and other relevant laws
• Knowledge of the functioning of the Disability Rights Tribunal
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office applications

Interested individuals who meet the requirements should submit their written application with résumé no later than Wednesday May 07, 2025, via Caribbeanjobs.com.