Review Vacancy
AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for
TitleDevelopmental Disabilities Program Specialist 1 - Broome
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $66052 to $83752 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be in title OR on the Civil Service eligible list OR be eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 in a designated title determined by the NYS Department of Civil Service. Provisional appointment pending exam may be considered. To be eligible for provisional appointment candidates must be a qualified employee of the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a position at a Grade 16 or above.
Duties Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent in this position will be a Self-Direction Liaison for the Regional Office 2, Broome District. The Broome District is comprised of Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties. The role and function of the Self Direction (SD) Liaison is to promote individualized initiatives through self-hired and agency supported Self Direction service options. Familiarity with ISS (Individualized Supports and Services), FSS (Family Supports and Services), CFCO (Community First Choice Option (CFCO) and HCBS (Home and Community Based Services) Waiver services will be required. Travel will be required. The incumbent in this position will provide training throughout the six counties of the Broome District. This position will be subject to additional duties related to the transition to Managed Care. Preference will be given to candidates proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; the incumbent in the position will be required to become proficient in the use of these applications. The SD Liaison will perform but not be limited to the following duties and responsibilities:
• Coordination and oversight of Self-Directed plans/services throughout the Broome District of Region 2
• Function as part of the Front Door team for intake/approval of new referrals
• Utilize the Quality Review Team (QRT) process for DDRO approval of service authorizations, service amendments, changes to budgets, etc.
• Participates as a QRT member to review and approve service authorizations and amendments. As a member of the QRT team, the incumbent will need to have a strong understanding of OPWDD services and funding streams (HCBS Waiver, CFCO, State Paid services, etc.).
• Review new and amended budgets; submit to Rate Setting for approval
• Issue price approval letters upon approval/termination of SD budgets
• Provide trainings for Brokers/Care Managers (CMs)/provider agencies, in both small and large group settings. Incumbent will need strong public speaking skills
• Provide training on the Front Door process and Self-Direction for individuals, families, school districts, etc.
• Provide guidance to individuals, families, Brokers and CMs regarding OPWDD service options
• Teach individuals, families, and Brokers how to form and maintain planning teams/circles of support and how to use Person Centered Planning
• Work with CMs, Brokers and Fiscal Intermediary providers to ensure program quality and Medicaid compliance
• Promote understanding of how provision of Self-Direction supports the goals of the OPWDD Transformation Agenda
• Assess and facilitate solutions to address issues and maintain/expand the use of individualized services and budgets
• Maintain ongoing contact with Region 2 Self-Direction liaisons and SD Statewide Coordinators
• Maintain data relevant to Broome District Self-Direction program; report to the DDRO Director and Statewide Coordinators on program status
• Incumbent will perform additional duties related to the transition to Managed Care
• Attend trainings and workshops related to the Self-Direction and related topics
• Ongoing travel within the district is required. Occasional overnight travel is required
• Other duties as assigned
Additional Comments Please note:
• For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored.
• In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
• OPWDD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
• Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes that he or she needs a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Central Office at (518) 402-7644 or Email at Affirmative.Action@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
• If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice.
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Broome DDSOO Human Resources Office
Email Address opwdd.broome.jobs@opwdd.ny.gov
Address
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Submit Response to Posting form, cover letter, and résumé by June 3, 2019, to:
Broome DDSOO Human Resources Office
249 Glenwood Road
Binghamton, NY 13905
E-Mail: opwdd.broome.jobs@opwdd.ny.gov
Fax: 607-770-0528
Please reference the EOA #190603A in all correspondence.