Community Habilitation Coordinator/QIDP

Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis, a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Community Habilitation Coordinator/QIDP!

The Community Habilitation Coordinator/QIDP will have the responsibility to oversee the day to day operations of the HCBS Community Habilitation, Children's Respite and In-Home Respite programs. Responsibilities will include: assessments, plan development and implementation, monitor program finances, quality assurance/improvements, direct care as necessary, staff recruitment, training, scheduling and supervision. Will demonstrate professional conduct to include compassion, dignity, and respect when interacting with other staff, family and individuals.

What you will do:

• Promote and adhere to all elements of the Agency's CQL outcomes and Core Values and demonstrate knowledge and commitment to the Arc's Mission
• Ensure protection from abuse, neglect, mistreatment and exploitation in regard to the health, safety, comfort and well-being for people we support by adhering to all related policies
• Monitor and actively ensure individuals' well-being, safety, and rights at all times in conformance with governing regulations Part 633 and Part 624 and any other agency and OPWDD regulations.
• Support the people being served with living a life that includes self-determination, choices, and promotes attainment of personal outcomes.
• Demonstrate active knowledge of all other OPWDD and agency governing regulations as evidenced by site compliance.
• Provide active leadership to team in regard to problem solving, planning, decision making and delegation.
• Facilitate opportunities for open communication between and among staff, families and people we support.
• Assists Human Resources in interviewing direct support candidates and recommends viable candidates.
• Routinely communicates with Human Resources when there is a need to advertise for vacant job positions.
• Leads the Community Habilitation, Children's Respite and In Home Respite teams in assuring the agency's Core Values are understood and implemental in relationships with staff, families and people being served.
• Responsible for the general oversight of all new and existing Community Habilitation, In Home Respite and Children's Respite programs in the south within the Community and Family Services department.
• Completes Initial Service Provider Training observation as well as 90 day and yearly Core Competencies.
• Provides direct supervision to the Habilitation Specialists II, Respite Specialists and Staff Supervisors.
• Gathers and submits information for the Director of Community and Family Services for monthly board reports.
• Schedules Per Diem Staff for Children's Programs.
• Participate in meetings and work closely with the individual, family, Care Manager, and Plan Writers to develop/change habilitation plans.
• Attend Habilitation plan intakes and reviews with individuals and families.
• Develop a habilitation plan (which meets the criteria outlined in the HCBS manual) for each individual receiving services, utilizing the PISP/ISP and team input. Update plans at least semi-annually and maintain records for each individual receiving services.
• Assess the skill level of individuals requesting Community Habilitation services to determine type, frequency and duration of services.
• Generate all necessary paperwork for individuals' documentation purposes and distribute to staff including daily, weekly notes and concerns summary.
• Consult with the Care Managers and maintain contact with individuals to facilitate quality service delivery.
• Leads the team in assuring the individuals have choices, individualization, community inclusion, independence and productivity.
• Assist and train direct care staff in mastering skills necessary for providing active treatment, age appropriateness, functional outcome planning and proper implementation of habilitation plans and documentation and maintenance of the individuals receiving services' files.
• Conducts bi-monthly staff meetings.
• Ensure accuracy of Community Habilitation, Respite Specialists and In Home Respite staffs' time sheets and submitted and approved in Deputy daily.
• Ensure petty cash receipts are accurate and submit monthly to Director of Community and Family Services.
• Assist the Director of Community and Family Services in the development of policies and procedures in assuring that the program complies with all governing regulations.
• Ensures utilization reviews and completes internal audits as scheduled.
• Is accountable for addressing any issues brought to attention by internal utilization review or any other audit findings; including, but not limited to Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and Bureau of Program Certification.
• Ensures each individual has a current habilitation plan in place, and it corresponds with the Life Plan, and actively promotes the valued outcomes of each individual.
• Review weekly respite notes for the In Home and Children's Respite programs to ensure compliance.
• Works cooperatively with the Community and Family Services' Compliance/QA Manager to ensure appropriate documentation for all programs is in place and meets all regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills, time management, and organizational ability.
• Demonstrate supervisory competence.
• Must have vision and hearing corrected to within normal limits.
• The position requires full range of body motion including bending, kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, reaching, lifting and the ability to carry items up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Will need to travel to offsite locations.
• Staff may be required to have the ability to effectively operate an agency vehicle, and transport the individuals as per program needs. Staff may be required to receive and maintain acceptable Driver's Certification status with the agency.

Education and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.

Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field from an accredited college and 3 years of professional level leadership experience in a developmental disabilities program.
• Professional licensure which qualifies for QIDP status.
• Valid NYS Drivers License with acceptable driving record.
• Must be computer literate and experienced in working with Microsoft Word, Office, Excel, Access and a large database. 
• Must be able to be trained in emergency first aid, including CPR and behavioral techniques as mandated by program needs.

Founded in 1954, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is a premier human services agency in the healthcare field. Our agency was started by parents who envisioned a rich, full life for their children with disabilities, inclusive of their community. Many of those families still champion these efforts today. We employ 700 staff and support over 1,400 people throughout Oneida and Lewis Counties. We provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, guardianship, respite, recreational, and day habilitation for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We own and operate integrated businesses in our community, including our Progress Industries business enterprise, a leading supply chain partner for small and large companies regionally and nationally.

The Arc Oneida-Lewis, where making a meaningful impact is not just a job; it's a calling! As a premier provider of services, support, and advocacy for individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities, we are dedicated to enriching lives and fostering inclusion. Our mission is clear: to provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, and a myriad of other services for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Our employees thrive in an inclusive and positive work culture that values collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that is not just about work but about building a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. More than a workplace-be part of a team dedicated to changing lives!

The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.