Habilitation Coordinator

Southern Tier Independence Center; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Tier Independence Center is seeking a Habilitation Coordinator to oversee habilitation services for individuals with developmental disabilities. You will develop and monitor individualized service plans, promote skill development, independence, and community integration, and ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, and supervising Direct Support Professionals, coordinating with families, and maintaining accurate documentation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field required.
• One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Comply with STIC policies, OPWDD regulations, and Medicaid requirements.
• Recruit, screen, interview, train, schedule, and supervise Direct Support Professionals.
• Review timesheets, documentation, and expense/mileage for DSPs daily.
• Assist consumers with Habilitation intake and CHOICES paperwork.
• Develop Staff Action Plans and attend Life Plan meetings.
• Monitor progress in productivity, inclusion, independence and community engagement.
• Schedule and attend DSP/consumer meet and greets.
• Maintain professional relationships with consumers, families and team.
• Maintain and submit program service records up to date.
• Complete mandatory training including First Aid, CPR, and OPWDD interventions.
• Report incidents per STIC and OPWDD guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies.
• Collect data and prepare reports within deadlines.
• Attend all mandatory agency and departmental trainings.

Skills

Independent living philosophy

Person Centered Planning

Consumer choice

Community integration

Staff recruiting

Working with diverse cultures

Microsoft Office

Effective communication

Professional work habits

Ethics and boundaries

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Home visits

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Summary

Habilitation Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the delivery of habilitation services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The role involves creating, implementing, and monitoring individualized service plans that promote skill development, independence, and community integration. Responsibilities also include interviewing, hiring, training and supervision of Direct Support Professionals. Work closely with individuals, their families, and a team to ensure the services align with each individual's needs and goals, while maintaining compliance with Agency and OPWDD regulations and policies.

Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Human Services or related field; and One year of experience work with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1\. Strong commitment to the independent living philosophy, Person Centered Planning, consumer choice and integration of people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.
• 2\. Experience Recruiting and supervising staff.
• 3\. Ability to effectively interact and work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• 4\. Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point).
• 5\. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• 6\. Demonstrate professional work habits including dependability, time management, independence and responsibility.
• 7\. Knowledge of ethical and professional responsibilities and boundaries.
• 8\. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• 9\. Ability to multi-task and work effectively in both a team and individual setting.
• 10\. Capacity to work in various settings, including home visits and community-based locations.
• 11\. Valid Drivers License and reliable vehicle.

Essential Job Functions

• 1\. Comply with all STIC policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and regulations related to OPWDD Habilitation and Medicaid.
• 2\. Recruit, screen, interview, train, schedule and directly supervise Direct Support Professionals (DSP).
• 3\. Conduct a daily review of timesheets, documentation, and expense/mileage requests for Direct Support Professionals.
• 4\. Assist consumers applying for Habilitation services by completing and/or submitting applicable documentation including STICs Habilitation Intake packet, DDP 1, DDP 2, & CHOICES paperwork.
• 5\. Assist consumers in developing Staff Action Plans, oversee their implementation, and attend six-month and annual Life Plan meetings.
• 6\. Monitor consumers progress in the areas of productivity, inclusion, independence, socialization, community inclusion, recreational activities, daily living skills, etc. and assist in establishing contacts within the community to expand a consumers opportunities.
• 7\. Schedule and attend DSP/consumer meet and greets.
• 8\. Establish and maintain a professional relationship with consumers, families and Habilitation team at all times.
• 9\. Maintain program service records and documentation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations to ensure that they are complete and up to date and submit reports by the designated deadline. This includes, but is not limited to: Initial/Intake documentation, daily documentation, monthly documentation, Staff Action Plans, and Life Plans.
• 10\. Complete all mandatory training in accordance with STIC and OPWDD regulations, including First Aid, CPR, and an OPWDD approved intervention course as needed.
• 11\. Address and report all incidents, abuse and/or accidents observed during the delivery of service to consumers, following both STIC and OPWDD guidelines/regulations.
• 12\. Comply with all STIC policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• 13\. Collect and maintain all required statistical and other data and prepare reports within established timeframes.
• 14\. Attend all mandatory agency and departmental tra