Empowering People's Independence (EPI), provides support for people with developmental disabilities, epilepsy, and brain injury through progressive, tailored care to improve their health, wellbeing, independence, and social inclusion.Job Purpose:The primary purpose of this position is to assist individuals and/or their families with implementing their self-direction budgets by attending meetings, ensuring payments are made according to everyone's budget. As employer of record ensure quality and Medicaid Compliance standards are met according to regulations. Hiring Rate : $22.00/hr-$26.00/hr commensurate with experience Benefits: * 403(b) with discretionary match * Dental & Vision insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance with HSA and employer match * Health savings account * Life insurance * Generous PTO bank * Parental leave * Referral program Essential Functions: * Direct contact for person supported and manager of service; this includes serving as a member of their Circle of Support (COS) as assigned per caseload. * Provide ongoing training and support to persons supported and COS to gain and maintain the skills necessary to manage self-directed services. * Participation in annual and/or semi-annual Life Plan meetings per person supported preference (in person or virtually). * Management of compliance related documents assures the timely and accurate completion of plan for individuals receiving services per Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and other regulatory requirements including but not limited to, annual forms, staff action plan, Life Plan, budget and all other supporting documentation. * Maintain documentation standards in electronic health records systems. * Perform duties associated with the agencys employer of record responsibilities. This includes assisting individuals with managing their staffs job assignment, wage/status, and onboarding. * Perform at minimum, quarterly check-in calls to ensure satisfaction with services. * Monitor budget activity to ensure expenses are within the Personal Resource Account (PRA) and meet all OPWDD regulations. * Remain compliant with all regulations and guidance associated with self-directed services (including but not limited to; quarterly Webex, ADMs and SD Guide for Providers). * Reporting any incidents or compliance concerns to appropriate personnel. * Consult with Program Managers/Supervisors to ensure consistency of services. * Performs other duties assigned by Self-Direction Supervisor and/or designee within scope of practice. Non-Essential Functions: * Participate on various EPI committees as able. Compliance: * Must maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion concerning all business-related matters, including but not limited to board/vendors/donors names, investigations, finance, operations, and employee relations matters. * Must be willing to complete specific company required trainings as mandated by our governing agency, OPWDD, at time of hire and annually thereafter. * Must adhere to all departmental /company policies & procedures at all times. Professional Deportment:Consistently demonstrate EPIs Values: 1. Integrity * I will do what I say I will do. * I honor my commitments, follow up, and adjust expectations if circumstances change. * I do the right thing when no one is watching. 1. Courage * I own my responsibilities and take initiative without being told to do something. * I do not shy away from difficult conversations. I will give and receive honest feedback. * I constructively share my ideas and lean into disagreements for the betterment of the organization. 1. Adaptability * I am open to different ideas and ways of accomplishing our mission. * I am approachable and work to develop self-awareness around how I am being perceived by others. * I ownE
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