Plan Coordinator

SUMMARY: Responsibility for the creation of and oversight of implementation of habilitative and/or vocational plans to support identified goals of assigned program participants. Plan development includes engagement with support team and a focus on experiences which support individual choice, independence and community integration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and/or RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

1. Attend participant annual and semi-annual individualized planning meetings.

2. Develops, implements, and uploads participant plans and objectives within regulatory timeframes.

3. Document individual safeguards and update as necessary.

4. Responsible for collection and distribution of plans and eligibility information.

5. Collects and maintains attendance data per agency policy and billing standards

6. Train Direct Support Professionals on updates, and/or changes to programs and safeguards.

7. Provides direct care back-up coverage in all Habilitation Programs as needed.

8. Write program notes for assigned individuals supported.

9. Review and quality control of daily billing documentation as assigned.

10. Incorporate choice and informed decision making into all phases of planning.

11. Assess strengths and barriers to individuals’ success and develop strategies to promote success.

12. Collaborate with Nursing and Clinical team as participants’ needs require.

13. Provide support to program staff in implementing goals and programs in site-based and community settings.

14. Work as part of a cohesive interdisciplinary team to support participants’ engagement in program and goal achievement.

15. Augment current job knowledge by participating in conferences, seminars, workshops, etc., conducted both within the agency and outside the agency.

16. Maintains confidentiality of all persons served and contributes to the improvement of agency operations.

17. Acts in accordance with policies, procedures, and the Agency Corporate Compliance Policy. Reports suspected or actual violations thereof to the appropriate party(s).

18. Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager or Associate Executive Director for Program.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Associates Degree in Human Services or related field of study with 1 - 3 years’ experience working in a disability services agency or similar program. Or High School diploma (or equivalent) and combination of education, training and 2-5 years’ experience working with people with disabilities. A valid, clean New York State driver license required

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate basic figures and amounts such as portions, percentages, etc

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee will be required to sit and enter information/documentation at a computer terminal.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Oswego Industries/Arc of Oswego County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Fulton, NY 13069: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $23