Fiscal Intermediary Coordinator for Self-Direction (OPWDD)

Living Resources Corp•Town of Guilderland, NY

About The Position

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.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience working in Self-Direction programs as Fiscal Intermediary or Broker
Excellent written and interpersonal skills
HS Diploma or GED
Valid NYS Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Experience with Self-Direction EHR (electronic health records) preferred

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.