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OPWDD Family Support Services Intake Coordinator

AIM Independent Living Center

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Elmira, NYHybrid
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

AIM Independent Living Center seeks an OPWDD Family Support Services Intake Coordinator to advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities, guide them through OPWDD eligibility applications, and oversee the Family Support Services program, including training and youth activities across multiple counties.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Client IntakeEligibility AssistanceOPWDD Process ExplanationDocument CollectionService CoordinationILS Training DeliveryProgram SchedulingCommunity Resource InformationYouth Program Oversight

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Human Services or Social Work2 Years Applicable Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

AIM is seeking an OPWDD Family Support Services Intake Coordinator to join our mission-driven organization. Our growing team is offering a full benefits package that includes:

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options

Life insurance

403(b) Retirement plan with matching contribution

Generous Paid Time Off and a culture of work/life balance

HYBRID position after 90 days of employment.

Position Snapshot: The OPWDD Family Support Services Intake Coordinator advocates and assists individuals with developmental and other disabilities with the application process for OPWDD eligibility determination and oversees AIM’s Family Support Services program.

Essential Functions:

  • Welcome and assist all individuals who are seeking OPWDD eligibility services.

  • Explain the OPWDD eligibility process, which includes the services and supports once eligibility is determined, including the 3-step appeal process for Medicaid and Medicaid Waiver Services, and Family Support Services.

  • Provide intake (following the AIM ILC CSR intake process) and collect all documents needed for OPWDD eligibility.

  • Serve as a support for individuals and families new to OPWDD programs and services; help identify choices for service providers.

  • Provide ILS training for the OPWDD Family Support Services program, including summer camp and monthly classes to Chemung, Steuben, and Schuyler counties for youth ages 3-21. Oversee the Youth Program Specialist in coordination and scheduling of all children, tween, and youth activities, from recreational to ILS training sessions. Including Sib Shop activities for siblings for consumers who have OPWDD eligibility. Providing informational sessions four times per year to parents/caregivers on topics such as community resources, special education, post-secondary and future planning informational sessions, and supports for people with developmental disabilities.

Education & Experience:

  • Associate degree in Human Services or Social Work with 2 years of applicable experience in human services, case management, customer service, health care, or

  • Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to perform the essential functions of this position to the satisfaction of AIM’s executive director

A full job description will be distributed to all candidates recruited for interviews.

WE ARE AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province, or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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