Habilitation Specialist 1
NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities, Rochester, New York, United States
Duties Description
Function as a program clinician in the development, implementation, and monitoring of all aspects of Staff Action Plans and services. Duties include the direct provision of Day Habilitation services, oversight of direct care staff in service delivery, and ensuring correct implementation and oversight of billing requirements and related documentation. Clinical input, documentation, and attendance at Life Plan meetings are required. The position may require flexibility with start and end times based on habilitation service and support needs. The selected candidate must be able to drive between locations and transport people in multiple sizes of vehicles. This role is assigned to the Metro Park Day Program site. Minimum Qualifications
Open Competitive Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or higher-level degree in a human services field. For the purpose of these qualifications, a degree in a human services field includes professional disciplines such as audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology, and therapeutic recreation (including concentrations in art, creative art, dance, drama, music, or physical education). Related academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication) or human skills development (e.g., counseling/guidance, education, human development) are also included. Examples of non-qualifying degrees include criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business. Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Civil Service Law sections 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6. Transfers cannot involve more than two salary grades in a single move. To determine eligibility for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website. Additional Comments
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, meaning you do not need to take an exam but must meet the minimum qualifications. Within one year of permanent appointment, employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to convert to permanent competitive status; no exam is required to gain permanent competitive status. Open and competitive transfers may be available for current New York State employees in qualifying titles. Assignments are made in accordance with any Memorandum of Understanding between relevant unions and agencies. Preference may be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures; indicate this on your resume if applicable. All OPWDD employees must be eligible for participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs; continuing employment depends on maintaining eligibility. Loan forgiveness may be available under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for eligible employees. Long-term leave employees can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within 14 days and perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation requests can be made by contacting the Reasonable Accommodation Unit. Savings programs, including U.S. Savings Bonds and the College Savings Plan, are available. Voluntary pre-tax savings programs include Health Care Spending Account and Dependent Care Advantage Account. Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for assessment and referral services; life and disability insurance options are available. The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is available as a voluntary retirement option. Paid Holidays and Leave: 13 paid holidays per year, 13 days of paid vacation leave initially, 5 days paid personal leave per year, 13 days of paid sick leave per year (PEF/CSEA) with carryover, and up to 3 days of professional leave for development. Health care coverage options for employees and eligible dependents; family dental and vision plans are provided at no extra cost. Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees up to 12 weeks of paid leave for qualifying events. Participation in the NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS). Professional development and education/training opportunities, including access to NYS training programs and tuition assistance. Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) may offer continuing education credits for licensure maintenance. OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to inclusion. We value diverse experiences and backgrounds. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Function as a program clinician in the development, implementation, and monitoring of all aspects of Staff Action Plans and services. Duties include the direct provision of Day Habilitation services, oversight of direct care staff in service delivery, and ensuring correct implementation and oversight of billing requirements and related documentation. Clinical input, documentation, and attendance at Life Plan meetings are required. The position may require flexibility with start and end times based on habilitation service and support needs. The selected candidate must be able to drive between locations and transport people in multiple sizes of vehicles. This role is assigned to the Metro Park Day Program site. Minimum Qualifications
Open Competitive Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or higher-level degree in a human services field. For the purpose of these qualifications, a degree in a human services field includes professional disciplines such as audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology, and therapeutic recreation (including concentrations in art, creative art, dance, drama, music, or physical education). Related academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication) or human skills development (e.g., counseling/guidance, education, human development) are also included. Examples of non-qualifying degrees include criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business. Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Civil Service Law sections 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6. Transfers cannot involve more than two salary grades in a single move. To determine eligibility for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website. Additional Comments
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, meaning you do not need to take an exam but must meet the minimum qualifications. Within one year of permanent appointment, employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to convert to permanent competitive status; no exam is required to gain permanent competitive status. Open and competitive transfers may be available for current New York State employees in qualifying titles. Assignments are made in accordance with any Memorandum of Understanding between relevant unions and agencies. Preference may be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures; indicate this on your resume if applicable. All OPWDD employees must be eligible for participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs; continuing employment depends on maintaining eligibility. Loan forgiveness may be available under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for eligible employees. Long-term leave employees can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within 14 days and perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation requests can be made by contacting the Reasonable Accommodation Unit. Savings programs, including U.S. Savings Bonds and the College Savings Plan, are available. Voluntary pre-tax savings programs include Health Care Spending Account and Dependent Care Advantage Account. Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for assessment and referral services; life and disability insurance options are available. The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is available as a voluntary retirement option. Paid Holidays and Leave: 13 paid holidays per year, 13 days of paid vacation leave initially, 5 days paid personal leave per year, 13 days of paid sick leave per year (PEF/CSEA) with carryover, and up to 3 days of professional leave for development. Health care coverage options for employees and eligible dependents; family dental and vision plans are provided at no extra cost. Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees up to 12 weeks of paid leave for qualifying events. Participation in the NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS). Professional development and education/training opportunities, including access to NYS training programs and tuition assistance. Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) may offer continuing education credits for licensure maintenance. OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to inclusion. We value diverse experiences and backgrounds. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr