Project Leader-Community Services

J.M. Murray Center, Inc.•Munsons Corners, NY

40d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to plan, develop, document and deliver Community Habilitation, Site Based Pre-vocational, and Community Based Pre-vocational services as defined by the regulations and requirements of the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).

Requirements

Associates degree preferred; significant experience in lieu of degree may be considered
2-3 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred; at least one year coordinating and scheduling work tasks.
Sound decision-making skills and judgment
Good verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to meet deadlines and produce work according to established timeframes

Responsibilities

Ensure and complete appropriate and timely documentation of Community Services (CH, CBPV, SBPV services) and responsibilities which includes the use of the JM Murray Electronic Medical Record, and the use of equipment such as a computer, laptop, and/or a tablet.
Attend Life Plan meetings for individuals receiving services.
Update Staff Action Plans in accordance with OPWDD deadlines
Complete Pre-Vocational Assessments in the community.
Provide coverage across services as needed.
Assist with establishing Community Based Pre-Vocational services sites.
Develop and maintain a separate record for each consumer. Track disbursements and balances included in the self-directed budget. Send monthly expenditure reports by the end of the following month and report inconsistencies between service plan and budget to OPWDD.
Ensure compliance with Medicaid billing by reviewing all consumer hired staff notes for accuracy, completeness and compliance and assist in corrections as needed for compliance and/or quality standards.
Maintain all components of the individual case record and documents that support billing as per established company record management policy.
Performs clerical duties necessary to maintain accurate records and service operations including but not limited to filing, copying, computer entry, organizing and ordering supplies, etc.
Attends all required and requested training and meetings; maintain updates and certifications as required.
Provide shadowing experiences in the field for new staff.
Conducts self in a manner as to always contribute to maximum individual growth and in accordance with all regulations, the DSP Code of Ethics and Company policy and procedures. Represents JM Murray and the JM Murray mission in a positive manner, treating people with respect and dignity.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities, as assigned.