Open Doors Transition Specialist

Order#: NY1734868 Open Doors Transition Specialist GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION Assists individuals in re-entry from institutional settings to the community. Facilitate and coordinate, for individuals residing in institutions, a comprehensive plan to re-enter the community. SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Receive referrals from the Transition Services Coordinator and ensure the community re-entry process is followed through for each consumer. Provide counseling and information for individuals and families who are considering, or are in the process of, re-entry into the community. Coordinate visits to institutions, provides potential participants with unbiased information regarding available home and community-based services, participates in discharge planning, and coordinates with other relevant social services agencies involved in the discharge and transition-care of the consumer. Develop and facilitates person-centered plans effective for the 90-day transition period, secures qualified housing, coordinates home and community-based services during the transition period, and subsequently ensures continuation of services after the 90-day transition period is completed. Collaborate with the consumer, social workers, and other supports to determine barriers to community re-entry. Work as a collaborative member of the entire Transition Services Department and provide support to team members as appropriate and assigned by Transition Services Coordinator. Assist in addressing barriers related to medical conditions or counseling needs. Ensures all significant consumer data and service provision details are current and accurate, and that they are documented in a timely manner into Western New York Independent Living, Incs (WNYILs) Electronic Consumer Record (ECR), as well as he contracted providers databases. Assist in recruiting Peers to provide support to individuals who are in the process of community re-entry. Attend Agency's in-service training and staff meetings as well as any other Agency related activities as instructed. Participate in maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work environment. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor. EDUCATION & TRAINING Associate Degree in related human services field OR Bachelors Degree in related human services field Professional and life-experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic credentials. SKILLS & ABILITIES Possess a deep commitment to person-centered planning and consumer choice. Firm understanding of Medicaid eligibility and coverage, as well as 1915c Medicaid waivers. Experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred. Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel throughout Erie, Niagara, Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counties. Possesses excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Must have an intermediate level of knowledge of computers, including the use of Excel spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and networks. Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring a better quality of life for persons with disabilities.