Review Vacancy
AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for
TitleDevelopmental Disabilities Program Specialist 1
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $75850 to $96173 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• In title Developmental Disabilities Program Specialist 1, Grade 21;
OR
• Reachable on current Civil Service eligible list for DDPS 1;
OR
• Eligible for 70.1 transfer by way of current permanent status in a title deemed comparable to DDPS 1 by the Department of Civil Service (must also be within 2 salary grades of a grade 21).
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov) https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/
Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two salary grades.
PROVISIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
In the event that there is not a valid eligible list for this title in this location, candidates who meet the following promotion qualifications may be qualified for a provisional appointment.
• You must be a qualified employee of the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a position at a Grade 16 or above. Qualifying titles are available at: Department of Civil Service (ny.gov).
**If appointed on provisional status, you must participate in the next Civil Service examination(s) and be a reachable candidate to obtain permanent status and maintain your position.
Duties Description *Telecommuting to be discussed at interview.
*Occasional travel may be required within both the region and the state (5%)
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The DDPS1 position is a critical item providing the supervision and day-to-day direction to staff on the Waiver team in Region 3. This position provides supervision to Waiver team members and programmatic supports to Care Coordination Organizations, families, and individuals electing to receive Waiver services in Region 3.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The DDPS 1 will be under the supervision of the Waiver Team Leader within the Regional Office and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Waiver Unit as necessary.
• Supervise the Waiver Liaisons, process flow and participate in the evaluation of Waiver service delivery, meeting system goals, and meeting service expectations of individuals, families, and advocates.
• Provide Supervision of the assigned Waiver team within the 18 counties covered by the Regional Office.
• Perform administrative tasks including ongoing communication and direction at Team Meetings, complete required reports, and share policy and procedure requirements.
• Develop and maintain staff schedules and resources.
• Ensure Team Members have a working knowledge of OPWDD menu of supports and services and associated criteria. Provide training and identify clear expectations.
• Coordination with Care Coordination Organizations, Central Office, and provider agencies to ensure provision of Waiver services for participants.
• Ensure timely HCBS Waiver enrollment.
• Provide information and technical support as needed to individuals and families/providers regarding Waiver enrollment and service authorization.
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings, trainings, and various committees as directed by the Regional Leadership Team.
• Create efficient workflows that maximize timely HCBS Waiver enrollment and service authorization in compliance with applicable rules and policy.
• Ensure the Waiver Liaisons’ operational compliance with relevant OPWDD memorandums and administrative guidance.
• Utilize databases, spreadsheets, and Microsoft products such as word, TEAMS, and SharePoint to enter, review, monitor and analyze service authorization information.
• Travel as needed.
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Additional Comments ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
• Family and household member relationships: OPWDD policy may impact eligibility for this position. Employees are responsible for recognizing the relationship and not posting for positions where it would be a concern. Before you apply read Section 120.27 of the Region 3 Policy Manual. Please e-mail capital.district.human.resources@opwdd.ny.gov if you have you need help determining if this policy applies to you.
• CAPA: Must be cleared by the NYS Central Register for Child Abuse and Maltreatment if position requires working with minors and not previously cleared.
• If you are employed by state government, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice.
• Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Reasonable Accommodation Unit at (518) 486-7222 or e-mail at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
• For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements, and previously approved vacation/holiday time will be honored in the new assignment.
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
• In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
• OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
• OPWDD is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas, and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address CapitalDistrict.Careers@opwdd.ny.gov
Address
Building 1
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please submit cover letter and resume to:
Capital District DDSO
Human Resources Office
Building 1
500 Balltown Road
Schenectady, New York 12304
Phone: 518-388-0838
Fax: 518-370-7536
Email: CapitalDistrict.Careers@opwdd.ny.gov
*Please reference EOA# 24-165 in all correspondence.