Support Broker

The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter; City of Utica (NY); Hybrid; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid training

Job summary

A prominent human services agency seeks a Support Broker to assist individuals with disabilities in developing and managing self-directed budgets. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and experience in human services. The role is hybrid, needing reliable internet and a NYS driver's license. Key responsibilities include facilitating support teams and training individuals on budget management. The pay rate is $20.00 per hour with benefits like generous paid time off and paid training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with three years of experience in Human Services working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid NYS Driver's License required.
• Experience as a Support Broker is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in developing a Circle of Support and facilitate meetings.
• Ensure completion of staff action plans and program safeguards for individuals.
• Educate and train individuals and planning teams regarding Self-Direction Budget.

Skills

Experience in Human Services

Knowledge of budgeting

Effective communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Zoom

WebEx

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis, a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Support Broker. The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is seeking the addition of a Support Broker to our Development and Planning Department. In this position you will assist individuals with developing a self-directed budget and the day-to-day management of self-directed services. As a Support Broker you are providing support and training to individuals and their families regarding the ongoing decisions and tasks associated with self-direction. The extent of assistance provided is determined by the individual and is specified in the broker agreement signed by the individual and the Support Broker. You will provide broker services to a caseload of individuals with an approved Self Direction Budget not to exceed 60 people.

Responsibilities

• Assist the individual to develop and maintain a Circle of Support/Planning team and assist in facilitating planning meetings.
• Assist the individual to schedule and facilitate meetings, identify new members, assign roles/tasks to team members, and ensure the team members are chosen freely by the individual.
• Ensure completion of initial and annual updates to Staff Action Plans and program safeguards for Self-Hired staff for individuals who have these services in their budget.
• Assist the individual to develop and maintain a comprehensive Self-Directed Budget that is consistent with his/her Lifeplan.
• Provide education and training to the individual and his/her planning team in implementing the Self-Direction Budget. Work with the individual, the care manager and planning team to identify and develop initial connections in the community as identified in the Lifeplan.
• Provide assistance to the individual in reviewing expenditures and make necessary updates to the Self-Direction Budget as needed, to ensure that it meets the needs of the individual and remains current and eligible for Medicaid funding.
• Attend the individual's Lifeplan reviews and assist the individual to review and update the Lifeplan as requested.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with three years of experience in Human Services working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (Or)
• High School Diploma or GED with one year of experience as a Support Broker
• Valid NYS Driver's License
• This is a hybrid team-work position meaning you will be working primarily from a remote setting (typically your home), but will also be expected to work from the office location periodically. Must have the ability to work independently in a secure and private location with a reliable high-speed internet connection. Must possess the ability to participate in live video chat and screen sharing sessions, including Zoom and WebEx.

Schedule/Hours

One year of experience working with people with disabilities is preferred. Valid NYS driver's license and reliable transportation. High school diploma or GED.

PAY & PERKS

The pay rate for this position is $20.00/hr. Your journey toward making a difference begins here!

• Generous paid time off
• Paid training

WHAT SETS US APART

Founded in 1954, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is a premier human services agency in the healthcare field. Our agency was started by parents who envisioned a rich, full life for their children with disabilities, inclusive of their community. Many families still champion these efforts today. We employ 700 staff and support over 1,400 people throughout Oneida and Lewis Counties. We provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, guardianship, respite, recreational, and day habilitation for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We own and operate integrated businesses in our community, including our Progress Industries business enterprise, a leading supply chain partner for small and large companies regionally and nationally.

EEO & Non-Discrimination Statement

The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non‑job related conviction record, Vietnam‑era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.