Review Vacancy
AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for
TitleLicensed Master Social Worker 2
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $62726 to $79577 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be a current NYS employee with at least one year of permanent competitive service in the title of Licensed Master Social Worker 2, grade 20;
–OR–
• Eligible for 70.1 transfer as a current NYS employee with at least one year of permanent competitive service in a title deemed comparable to Licensed Master Social Worker 2 by the Department of Civil Service (Must also be within 2 salary grades of the targeted title).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (not mandatory):
• Extensive experience working with individuals who have challenging behaviors and psychiatric disorders in addition to Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication and networking skills.
• Understanding of behavior support plans and data collection.
• Proficient computer and technology skills
Duties Description POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is seeking a START Coordinator for the NY START program in OPWDD DDRO Region #3. The START program addresses the need for available community based crisis prevention and intervention services to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) and co-occurring behavioral/mental health needs.
The NY START Region 3 program consists of regionally-based START Clinical Teams, in-home supports, and a free-standing Resource Center site. The program is supported by multi-level linkage agreements between agencies and providers; ongoing clinical education and consultation; technical assistance; and, data-driven, evidence-informed practices and analyses. The START model requires adherence to a strict level of fidelity to the national START model and its requirements and protocols for training, clinical excellence, data collection and analysis.
The primary goals of the NY START program are to develop linkage agreements between I/DD and mental health agencies and providers for the provision of crisis prevention and response services; and, to develop site-based and in-home therapeutic services for planned and emergency use.
The ideal candidate for this position will share OPWDD’s commitment to advocating on behalf of people with developmental disabilities as well as advancing and enhancing services and supports. In line with our dedication to “Putting People First,” he/she will also provide commitment and support to a diverse workforce.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The START Coordinator is the first point of contact for clients and the community. Coordinators link service providers with individuals in need, and work to improve the functioning of existing service elements in the community. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:
• Maintain linkages and relationships with community partners.
• Ensure the coordination of support meetings and crisis plans for individuals served through START.
• Share on-call responsibilities to ensure 24/7 response to crisis situations within two hours of call.
• Participate in recurring meetings with START leadership, clinical team, and Resource Center program.
• Develop cross systems crisis plans, intake/assessments, intervention and outcomes and any other applicable documentation of services provided.
• Maintain active caseload of approximately 30 individuals (variability may occur depending on activity level of cases and project goals).
• Understand the programmatic and cultural nuances found across different systems of care.
Travel: Moderate daytime travel throughout the Capital District catchment area will be required.
On-Call: Shared on-call responsibilities.
Additional Comments ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
• 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.
• 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 Workforce and Talent Management Central Office (518) 473-9689 or Email at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
• For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored.
• 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.
• 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
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications and should fax a current resume to the Capital District DDSO Human Resources Office. Please provide your social security number for service certification and transfer eligibility determination process. Please be sure to include the vacancy number on this announcement on your resume:
Capital District DDSO
Human Resources Office
Building 1
500 Balltown Road
Schenectady, New York 12304
Phone: 518-388-0838
Fax: 518-370-7536
Email: odh.personnel@opwdd.ny.gov
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