Fiscal Intermediary Coordinator for Self-Direction (OPWDD)

Living Resources Career Opportunties; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Programs

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Living Resources is seeking a dedicated Fiscal Intermediary/Broker to support self-direction participants in Albany, NY. The role involves managing billing, payroll, and budget oversight while ensuring Medicaid and program compliance.

Ideal candidates have 1 year in self-direction, strong communication skills, and a valid NYS driver’s license. This on-site position offers opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven nonprofit.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in Self-Direction programs as Fiscal Intermediary or Broker.
• Experience with Self-Direction EHR preferred.
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills.
• HS Diploma or GED.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Billing and payment of approved goods and services for the participant.
• Fiscal accounting and reporting.
• Ensure Medicaid and corporate compliance.
• General administrative supports.
• Verify staff employment eligibility.
• Help the participant manage staff.
• Participate in Life Plan meetings regarding staffing and budget.
• Participate in Circle of Support/Care Planning Team meetings as a budget resource.
• Incident Management reporting/investigation related to self-hired staff.
• Provide training to the participant on employer responsibilities.
• Work cooperatively with independent and agency brokers.
• Provide educational and training support to participants, families, brokers, staff, and interested parties.

Skills

Billing

Fiscal accounting

Interpersonal skills

Valid NYS Driver's License

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Self-Direction EHR

Job description

Living Resources is a non-profit human services agency. Our core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.

Living Resources works with, and for, families by providing peace of mind. All employees are to be respectful and supportive of families. We are working with them as partners, providing care and services.

To work for Living Resources is to make a difference in the lives of others. Living Resources provides individuals with disabilities and special needs the support they need to thrive and lead active, full lives. For many Living Resources employees, their work becomes an experience where they find fulfillment and develop both personally and professionally.

Essential Responsibilities

• Billing and payment of approved goods and services on behalf of the participant.
• Fiscal accounting and reporting.
• Ensure Medicaid and corporate compliance.
• General administrative supports.
• Verify staff employment eligibility.
• Help the participant manage staff.
• Participate in annual and/or semi-annual Life Plan meetings to discuss issues related to self-directed staffing and/or supports and budget expenditures, as required or as requested.
• Participate in Circle of Support/Care Planning Team meetings as a budget resource, as needed or as requested.
• Incident Management - reporting/investigating related to self-hired staff, as required and in coordination with incident management team.
• Provide training to the participant on his/her employer responsibilities.
• Work cooperatively with independent and agency brokers.
• Provide educational and training support to participants, families, brokers, staff, and interested parties.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience working in Self-Direction programs as Fiscal Intermediary or Broker
• Experience with Self-Direction EHR (electronic health records) preferred
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills
• HS Diploma or GED
• Valid NYS Driver's License

Benefits

We offer great benefits including Paid Training, Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, Payment in Lieu of Health Insurance, Tuition Assistance, and Retirement Programs.

There are also opportunities to advance within our agency!