Job title: Self Direction – Self-Direction Specialist – FT – GLOW
Company: Arc GLOW
Job description: Our Self-Directed Services, Self-Direction Specialist position is for those with strong interpersonal and leadership skills; who find fulfillment in assisting others with obtaining the services they need within a Self-Direction plan.Please apply online at arcglow.org/careers. There are opportunities to grow and advance in a meaningful and rewarding career.WHAT IS ARC GLOW?We are a parent and family-driven organization that empowers and supports people of all ages with a broad spectrum of emotional, intellectual, and developmental disabilities.WHAT DOES ARC GLOW VALUE?
- Person-Centered: We are committed to customizing our services to help the people we support achieve their personal goals and experience full, productive lives.
- Respect: We treat the people we support and their families with dignity, and help provide guidance in achieving their chosen goals and dreams.
- Integrity: We are self-aware, accountable, responsible, and truthful in all actions at all times.
- Community: We provide an environment in which staff members, the people we support, and their families are accepted, safe, and included.
- Excellence: We achieve outstanding quality outcomes through leadership, expertise, creativity, and continuous improvement.
WHO DOES THE ARC GLOW SUPPORT?
- People with intellectual and developmental disabilities will be valued members of their communities, with the opportunity to realize their full potential and a future that is secure.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS:
WHAT WOULD I BE DOING?
- Review, submit and monitor Self-Direction budgets in accordance with OPWDD guidelines
- Co-manage self-hired staff
- Oversee and monitor training of self-hired staff through their duration of employment
- Assist program participants with developing and maintaining a Circle of Support/Planning Team; assist with planning and directing team meetings (this includes: assisting the participant in scheduling and facilitating team meetings; identifying new team members; identifying and assigning roles and tasks for Circle of Support/Planning Team members; assisting with the overall functioning of the Circle of Support/Planning Team; ensuring team members are freely chosen by the participant; and the team is operating in the participant’s best interests and within the principles of Self-Determination).
- Maintain program related records and documentation
- Comply with agency and OPWDD fiscal procedures in relation to program billing
- Attend semi-annual and annual service plan reviews
- Administer self-directed services in accordance with OPWDD guidelines
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s and/or Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field with one-year experience working with Individuals with Developmental Disabilities. High School Diploma with comparable education and/or experience may be considered.
- Valid NYS driver’s license with a safe driving record per agency policy.
WE SUPPORT YOU IN YOUR TIME AWAY FROM WORK!
- Opportunity to grow and advance in a meaningful, rewarding career
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick time available for all employees
- Paid holidays (8 holidays)
- 401(k) with agency match up to 5%
- College Tuition Assistance
- Affordable medical insurance with agency funded Health Reimbursement Account
STRATEGIC POSITIONING STATEMENT:
- Arc GLOW will serve as a model, high-quality human service provider that develops innovative and responsive programs to meet the needs of the people we serve in a financially sustainable way. Our caring, professional, and well-trained staff are committed to providing the highest quality of care possible.
Expected salary:
Location: Albion, NY
Job date: Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:37:42 GMT
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