KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESKnowledge Of:The definition and causes of developmental disability and best practices in supporting individuals who have developmental disabilities;Treatment modalities and intervention techniques, such as positive behavioral supports, person-centered practices, independent living skills, training, community inclusion/employment training, supportive guidance, family education, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and service coordination;Different types of assessments and their uses in determining the specific needs of the individual with respect to his ISP;Individuals' human and civil rights;Local service delivery systems, including support services;Types of programs and services that support individuals with developmental disabilities;Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication principles and techniques;General principles of documentation; andThe service planning process and the major components of the ISP.Skills In:Interviewing;Negotiating with individuals and service providers;Observing recording, and reporting and documenting an individual's behaviors;Identifying and documenting an individual's needs for resources, services, and other assistance;Identifying services within the established service system to meet the individual's needs and preferences;Coordinating the provision of services by diverse public and private providers and generic and natural supports;Analyzing and planning for the service needs of individuals with developmental disability;Formulating, writing, and implementing individual-specific support plans promote goal attainment for recipients with developmental disabilities designed to facilitate attainment of the individual's unique goals for a meaningful, quality life; andUsing information from assessments, evaluations, observations, and interviews to develop and revise as needed individual support plans tools (e.g., to ensure the ISP is implemented appropriately, identify change in status, or to determine risk of crisis/hospitalization).Abilities To:Demonstrate a positive regard for individuals and their families (e.g., allowing risk taking, avoiding stereotypes of people with developmental disabilities, respecting individual and family privacy, believing individuals can grow and contribute to their community);Be persistent and remain objective;Work as a team member, maintaining effective interagency and intra-agency working relationships;Work independently, performing position duties under general supervision;Communicate effectively, orally and in writing; andEstablish and maintain ongoing supportive relationships.