Upstate Caring Partners · 1 week ago
Broker
Utica, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$17.14/hr - $18/hr
1+ years expUpstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. The Broker role involves assisting individuals in developing and maintaining their Self Directed Plan to ensure it meets their needs and remains eligible for Medicaid funding.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain the Self-Directed Plan / Budget including one meeting per quarter for reviews and updates as needed
Provide education, training, and support to the individual and family in implementing the Self-Directed plan/budget
Review Self Directed expenditures, assist individual with budgeting and monitoring of the Monthly Spending Detail report
Assist individual with recruiting, interviewing, hiring and retaining appropriate support staff as well as scheduling and supervising staff and back-up staff
Assist individual with building and maintaining a positive circle of supports and meaningful connections in the community
Problem-solve and proactively anticipate issues to avert crisis and/or loss of Medicaid funding
Work effectively and collaboratively with other internal and external support programs in the best interest of the individual
Provide support and service in crisis which may require off-hours and/or weekend intervention
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services or related field
Minimum of one (1) year experience working with developmental disabilities
Must meet and maintain OPWDD Broker training and certification requirements
Working knowledge of community resources available in the community
Travel is required. Must have a valid NYS driver's license
Benefits
Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
Direct Deposit
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Plan 403(b)
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
Tuition Reimbursement
Service Awards
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Discounts
Company
Upstate Caring Partners
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Erik Jacobson, Ph.D.
Chief Clinical Officer
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