Autism Waiver Program Supervisor(Developmental Services Supervisor of Case Management (Hybrid))

Autism Waiver Program Supervisor

Developmental Services Supervisor of Case Management (Hybrid)

Recruitment #260925-0578FP-001

Location Hartford, CT

Date Opened 9/28/2026 12:45:00 PM Salary $95,099 - $128,251/year (New State employees start at the minimum of the range.) Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 10/6/2026 11:59:00 PM

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Introduction

Are you looking for an opportunity to take a leadership role with the State of Connecticut? If so, we encourage you to consider the Autism Waiver Program Supervisor, Developmental Services Supervisor of Case Management position below!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS) - is accepting applications for one (1) Autism Waiver Program Supervisor, Developmental Services Supervisor of Case Management position located in Hartford, CT.

DSS is seeking a dedicated and experienced leader to serve as an Autism Waiver Program Supervisor and help strengthen services and supports for individuals with autism. The DSS Waiver for Persons with Autism provides vital home- and community-based services that promote independence, choice, and meaningful participation in the community.

In this role, you will lead and support a team of professionals, overseeing daily operations, establishing priorities, providing training, conducting performance evaluations, and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery. You will also play a key role in monitoring individual-centered and waiver-driven quality standards, assessing available resources, and supporting compliance with program policies and procedures.

As a trusted leader and liaison, you will collaborate with staff, multidisciplinary professionals, other agencies, and community partners to address needs, resolve concerns, and advance effective practices. You will stay informed on emerging developments and trends related to intellectual and developmental disabilities and ensure Case Managers and staff have the knowledge and resources needed to support individuals effectively.

If you are a collaborative leader who is passionate about strengthening community-based services, supporting staff, and helping individuals with autism live more independent and fulfilling lives, we invite you to bring your expertise to DSS and make a meaningful impact in Connecticut.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time | Hybrid
• 1st Shift | 40 Hours per week
• Monday - Friday | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

What we can offer you:

• View our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
• A healthy work-life balance to all employees!
• The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.

About the Department of Social Services:

The State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS) delivers and funds a wide range of programs and services as Connecticut's multi-faceted health and human services agency. DSS services about 1 million residents of all ages in all 169 Connecticut cities and towns. We support the basic needs of children, families, older and other adults, including persons with disabilities. Services are delivered through 12 field offices, central administration, online and phone access options. Follow us on twitter @ctdss and see what we are all about!

Selection Plan

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Rocky Young at Rocky.Young@ct.gov

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Developmental Services and Social Services this class is accountable for supervising Developmental Services Case Managers or Social Workers in a region or training school.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff;
• Provides staff training and assistance;
• Conducts performance evaluations;
• Determines priorities and plans unit work;
• Establishes and maintains unit procedures;
• Develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards;
• Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;
• Prepares reports and correspondence;
• Secures information concerning latest developments and trends in intellectual disabilities and updates Case Managers accordingly;
• Explains departmental programs, policies and procedures to workers, individuals and the public;
• Consults with or advises staff to consult with psychological and multi-disciplinary personnel as appropriate;
• Observes planning support team meetings to insure compliance with DDS policies and utilization of good team process skills;
• Makes assessments of existing resources serving individuals;
• Monitors individual centered and waiver driven quality controls and addresses concerns accordingly;
• Assists in administration of individual participation in federal reimbursement programs;
• May represent facility in any legal proceedings involving individuals;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of

• relevant agency policies and procedures;

• relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;

• intellectual disability case management practices;

• social problems resulting from an intellectual disability and methods for dealing with those problems;

• inter-disciplinary approach to program planning;

• Knowledge of

• public and private resources for individuals with an intellectual disability;

• relationships between facilities for individuals with an intellectual disability, community agencies, courts and health facilities;

• Considerable

• interpersonal skills;

• oral and written communication skills;

• Ability to utilize computerized software;

• Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

The General Experience is defined as one of the following:

• A Bachelors degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional as set forth in federal regulations and interpretive guidelines and three (3) years of professional experience providing case management or casework services to an assigned caseload of individuals.

OR

• A Masters degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional as set forth in federal regulations and interpretive guidelines and two (2) years of professional experience providing case management or casework services to an assigned caseload of individuals.

NOTE: A degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) is a degree in the field of human services, healthcare or education including but not limited to: nursing, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, special education or sociology.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been providing case management or casework services to individuals with an intellectual disability.

NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Developmental Services Case Manager.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be eligible for certification as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional as required by federal regulations.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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