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.