Habilitation Specialist 1
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This Habilitation Specialist 1 (HS1) for Area 3 Team 2 is to provide Residential Habilitation Services for 3 residences in the Sinpatch Team that are converted from ICF to IRA, as well as to help provide coverage for Res Hab vacancies or extended leaves. The individuals residing with Taconic DDSO currently receive support services from a total of 7 Residential Habilitation Specialist in Area 2 and 3. Including homes that need to be covered due to vacant items, caseloads have a total of up to 38 individuals with current census in each home.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
o Write, oversee implementation, and ensure data collection for Safeguard Summary Plans and Staff Action Plans o Train all IRA staff in implementation of SSP's and SAP's, data collection, and continuing notes to substantiate Res-Hab billing o Rectify Res-Hab billing issues with RSFO o Provide and/or ensure training of all IRA staff as needed in response to DQI audits, regulations, and their roles in Medicaid Compliance. o Write, revise as needed and oversee implementation of individuals annual Personal Expenditure Plans and ensure spending and documentation meets regulation and fulfills PEPs o Follow up with house managers and assist house managers in training and supervising direct care staff in the areas of individual care to ensure standards of care o Participate in DQI and Medicaid Compliance audits, implement and oversee implementation of corrective actions as need o Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. NOTE:
You must have a valid driver's license to apply as travel is a part of the duties involved in this position. This may include a state-owned vehicle, as available, or the employee's own car. An employee who uses his/her own car will be reimbursed at current negotiated rates.
Job Function
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This Habilitation Specialist 1 (HS1) for Area 3 Team 2 is to provide Residential Habilitation Services for 3 residences in the Sinpatch Team that are converted from ICF to IRA, as well as to help provide coverage for Res Hab vacancies or extended leaves. The individuals residing with Taconic DDSO currently receive support services from a total of 7 Residential Habilitation Specialist in Area 2 and 3. Including homes that need to be covered due to vacant items, caseloads have a total of up to 38 individuals with current census in each home.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
o Write, oversee implementation, and ensure data collection for Safeguard Summary Plans and Staff Action Plans o Train all IRA staff in implementation of SSP's and SAP's, data collection, and continuing notes to substantiate Res-Hab billing o Rectify Res-Hab billing issues with RSFO o Provide and/or ensure training of all IRA staff as needed in response to DQI audits, regulations, and their roles in Medicaid Compliance. o Write, revise as needed and oversee implementation of individuals annual Personal Expenditure Plans and ensure spending and documentation meets regulation and fulfills PEPs o Follow up with house managers and assist house managers in training and supervising direct care staff in the areas of individual care to ensure standards of care o Participate in DQI and Medicaid Compliance audits, implement and oversee implementation of corrective actions as need o Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. NOTE:
You must have a valid driver's license to apply as travel is a part of the duties involved in this position. This may include a state-owned vehicle, as available, or the employee's own car. An employee who uses his/her own car will be reimbursed at current negotiated rates.
Salary Range:
From $50715 to $64319 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Reachable on the Civil Service Eligible List for Habilitation Specialist 1 OR Have permanent service as a Habilitation Specialist 1 OR Eligible for 70.1 transfer to a Habilitation Specialist 1 title OR Eligible candidates must possess a bachelor's degree or higher in a human services field A degree in a human service field includes the professional disciplines of audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology, and therapeutic recreation (including concentrations in art, creative arts, dance, drama, music, or physical education.) Also included are related academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication); or human skills development (e.g., counseling/guidance, education, human development.) Examples of non-qualifying degrees include but are not limited to criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business. OPERATIONAL PREFERENCE:
A Qualified Intellectual Disorder Professional - designation requires one year's experience working with people with a developmental disability AND a bachelor's degree or higher in a human services field (including, but not limited to:
sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling or psychology). Additional Comments o If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee. o Candidates must be reachable for appointment from the current Civil Service eligible list to be considered for a permanent competitive appointment. o 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. o The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies o All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility. o 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. o 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 they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office at (518) 473-4785 or Email at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms. o Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan. o Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses. o Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs. o Life insurance and Disability insurance. o The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Paid Holidays and Leave o Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. o Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. o Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. o Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. o Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events. Health Care Coverage Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Retirement Program Participate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation. Professional Development and Education and Training NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit https:
//goer.ny.gov/training-and-professional-development. Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit https:
//oer.ny.gov/public-service-workshops-program-pswp. o OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas, and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This Habilitation Specialist 1 (HS1) for Area 3 Team 2 is to provide Residential Habilitation Services for 3 residences in the Sinpatch Team that are converted from ICF to IRA, as well as to help provide coverage for Res Hab vacancies or extended leaves. The individuals residing with Taconic DDSO currently receive support services from a total of 7 Residential Habilitation Specialist in Area 2 and 3. Including homes that need to be covered due to vacant items, caseloads have a total of up to 38 individuals with current census in each home.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
o Write, oversee implementation, and ensure data collection for Safeguard Summary Plans and Staff Action Plans o Train all IRA staff in implementation of SSP's and SAP's, data collection, and continuing notes to substantiate Res-Hab billing o Rectify Res-Hab billing issues with RSFO o Provide and/or ensure training of all IRA staff as needed in response to DQI audits, regulations, and their roles in Medicaid Compliance. o Write, revise as needed and oversee implementation of individuals annual Personal Expenditure Plans and ensure spending and documentation meets regulation and fulfills PEPs o Follow up with house managers and assist house managers in training and supervising direct care staff in the areas of individual care to ensure standards of care o Participate in DQI and Medicaid Compliance audits, implement and oversee implementation of corrective actions as need o Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. NOTE:
You must have a valid driver's license to apply as travel is a part of the duties involved in this position. This may include a state-owned vehicle, as available, or the employee's own car. An employee who uses his/her own car will be reimbursed at current negotiated rates.
Job Function
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This Habilitation Specialist 1 (HS1) for Area 3 Team 2 is to provide Residential Habilitation Services for 3 residences in the Sinpatch Team that are converted from ICF to IRA, as well as to help provide coverage for Res Hab vacancies or extended leaves. The individuals residing with Taconic DDSO currently receive support services from a total of 7 Residential Habilitation Specialist in Area 2 and 3. Including homes that need to be covered due to vacant items, caseloads have a total of up to 38 individuals with current census in each home.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
o Write, oversee implementation, and ensure data collection for Safeguard Summary Plans and Staff Action Plans o Train all IRA staff in implementation of SSP's and SAP's, data collection, and continuing notes to substantiate Res-Hab billing o Rectify Res-Hab billing issues with RSFO o Provide and/or ensure training of all IRA staff as needed in response to DQI audits, regulations, and their roles in Medicaid Compliance. o Write, revise as needed and oversee implementation of individuals annual Personal Expenditure Plans and ensure spending and documentation meets regulation and fulfills PEPs o Follow up with house managers and assist house managers in training and supervising direct care staff in the areas of individual care to ensure standards of care o Participate in DQI and Medicaid Compliance audits, implement and oversee implementation of corrective actions as need o Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. NOTE:
You must have a valid driver's license to apply as travel is a part of the duties involved in this position. This may include a state-owned vehicle, as available, or the employee's own car. An employee who uses his/her own car will be reimbursed at current negotiated rates.
Salary Range:
From $50715 to $64319 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Reachable on the Civil Service Eligible List for Habilitation Specialist 1 OR Have permanent service as a Habilitation Specialist 1 OR Eligible for 70.1 transfer to a Habilitation Specialist 1 title OR Eligible candidates must possess a bachelor's degree or higher in a human services field A degree in a human service field includes the professional disciplines of audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology, and therapeutic recreation (including concentrations in art, creative arts, dance, drama, music, or physical education.) Also included are related academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication); or human skills development (e.g., counseling/guidance, education, human development.) Examples of non-qualifying degrees include but are not limited to criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business. OPERATIONAL PREFERENCE:
A Qualified Intellectual Disorder Professional - designation requires one year's experience working with people with a developmental disability AND a bachelor's degree or higher in a human services field (including, but not limited to:
sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling or psychology). Additional Comments o If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee. o Candidates must be reachable for appointment from the current Civil Service eligible list to be considered for a permanent competitive appointment. o 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. o The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies o All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility. o 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. o 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 they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office at (518) 473-4785 or Email at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms. o Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan. o Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses. o Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs. o Life insurance and Disability insurance. o The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Paid Holidays and Leave o Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. o Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. o Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. o Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. o Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events. Health Care Coverage Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Retirement Program Participate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation. Professional Development and Education and Training NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit https:
//goer.ny.gov/training-and-professional-development. Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit https:
//oer.ny.gov/public-service-workshops-program-pswp. o OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas, and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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