Open Doors Transition Specialist

About the role

The Open Doors Transition Specialist facilitates the move of individuals from institutions to community-based settings by developing discharge plans, educating on community services, and providing one-on-one advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all STIC policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Receive and process referrals from lead coordinator, NYAIL, facilities, individuals and family members and ensure the transition process is coordinated for each individual.
• Provide information and assistance for individuals and families who are considering or are in the process of transitioning from an institution to living in the community.
• Aid and advocate for participants to develop a person-centered transition plan.
• Coordinate visits to institutions and homes to provide unbiased information on home and community-based services to individuals, participate in discharge planning, and coordinate with other relevant social services agencies involved in the discharge and transition care of the individual.
• Represent the Open Doors program at all implementation, development, and outreach meetings.
• Collaborate with New York Association on Independent Living (NYAIL) staff to determine and resolve barriers to transition.
• Ensure all significant individual data and service provision details are current and accurate and that they are documented in a timely manner into the NYAIL database.
• Comply with all agency policies and procedures including HIPAA, confidentiality, code of ethics, etc.
• Collect and maintain all required statistical and other data and prepare reports within established timeframes.
• Attend all mandatory agency and departmental trainings, meetings, and sign language class and advocacy groups.
• Perform all other duties relevant to the position as requested.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Health, Human Services, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working within the Long-Term Care system.
• Knowledge of various Medicaid waivers and programs: TBI, NHTD, OPWDD, MLTC/MMCs.
• Knowledge of services, community supports and benefit programs available to people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of different disabling conditions.
• Ability to effectively interact and work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate professional work habits including dependability, time management, meet deadlines, independence, and responsibility.
• Knowledge of ethical and professional responsibilities and boundaries.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in both a team and individual setting.
• Capacity to work in various settings, including home visits and community-based locations.
• Valid drivers license, access to a reliable and insured vehicle, and compliance with all applicable state regulations, including required vehicle inspections and driving record checks.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to the independent living philosophy, Person Centered Planning, consumer choice and integration of people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.
• Knowledge of services, community supports and benefit programs available to people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of different disabling conditions.
• Ability to effectively interact and work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate professional work habits including dependability, time management, meet deadlines, independence, and responsibility.
• Knowledge of ethical and professional responsibilities and boundaries.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in both a team and individual setting.
• Capacity to work in various settings, including home visits and community-based locations.
• Valid drivers license, access to a reliable and insured vehicle, and compliance with all applicable state regulations, including required vehicle inspections and driving record checks.

Skills

• Strong commitment to the independent living philosophy, Person Centered Planning, consumer choice and integration of people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.
• Knowledge of various Medicaid waivers and programs: TBI, NHTD, OPWDD, MLTC/MMCs.
• Knowledge of services, community supports and benefit programs available to people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of different disabling conditions.
• Ability to effectively interact and work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate professional work habits including dependability, time management, meet deadlines, independence, and responsibility.
• Knowledge of ethical and professional responsibilities and boundaries.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in both a team and individual setting.
• Capacity to work in various settings, including home visits and community-based locations.
• Valid drivers license, access to a reliable and insured vehicle, and compliance with all applicable state regulations, including required vehicle inspections and driving record checks.

Benefits

• Not specified

Pay

$18.50

Schedule

Full Time Regular

Contact Information

Southern Tier Independence Center