Developmental Disabilities Public Safety Specialist

at State of Vermont in Waterbury, Vermont, United States

Job Description

Are you passionate about creating safer, more supportive communities while advocating for people with developmental disabilities? The Developmental Disabilities Services Division is seeking a dynamic Public Safety Specialist to join our team and help strengthen Vermont’s system of care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

In this impactful role, you’ll work at the juncture of public safety, human services, and community inclusion, helping ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities who have been involved with the criminal justice system receive services that promote safety, stability, and opportunity.

As a Public Safety Specialist, you will collaborate with partners across Vermont to address complex situations and improve outcomes for individuals and communities. Your work will include:

• Partnering with case management organizations, direct service providers, law enforcement, and state agencies to review and address risk situations.
• Coordinating case consultations and cross-system collaboration for individuals with complex needs.
• Supporting crisis response planning and risk management strategies that prioritize safety and person-centered care.
• Assisting with training initiatives and policy implementation that strengthen public safety practices across the developmental disabilities system.
• Contributing to statewide approaches and innovative solutions related to complex public safety challenges.

The ideal candidate brings a strong commitment to collaboration and problem-solving, along with experience in the following areas:

• Developmental or intellectual disabilities services
• Human services or behavioral health
• Criminal justice or public safety systems

This position plays a vital role in advancing Vermont’s commitment to person-centered services while balancing the safety and well-being of individuals and communities. You’ll be part of innovative, cross-system work that helps ensure Vermonters with developmental disabilities have the support they need to live stable, inclusive lives.

If you’re ready to apply your expertise to meaningful work that truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Duties are performed throughout the state in meetings with offenders, community officials, corrections staff, victims and victim advocates, court officials, and developmental services program staff.