Broker

Upstate Cerebral Palsy; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 24,273 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision

Retirement Plan 403(b)

Life Insurance

Generous PTO Plans

Job summary

Upstate Cerebral Palsy located in Utica, NY is seeking a Broker to assist individuals in developing and maintaining Self-Directed Plans. The role involves collaboration with families, budget management, and ensuring eligibility for Medicaid funding.

Ideal candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least a year of experience with developmental disabilities. A competitive salary of $17.62-18.00/hr and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year experience working with developmental disabilities.
• Must meet and maintain OPWDD Broker training and certification requirements.
• Travel is required. Must have a valid NYS driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Self‑Directed Plan / Budget.
• Provide education, training, and support to individuals and families.
• Review Self Directed expenditures and assist with budgeting.

Skills

Experience working with developmental disabilities

Knowledge of community resources

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services or related field

Job description

Pay $17.62-18.00/hr

The role of the Broker is to assist individuals, along with their circle of support, in the development and on‑going maintenance of the Self‑Directed Plan so that it meets the needs of the individual and remains current and eligible for Medicaid funding.

Core 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.

Qualifications

• 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

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast‑paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low‑cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• 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