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The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Registered Nurse 2 (RN2-Comm) will a be a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team for Westchester County area of HVDDSO and the individuals. Base location: Jefferson Ira Base location, coverage: Padwe, Truman, Adams. Regular Hours are 8am-4:30pm Monday-Friday and occasional adjusting of hours may be needed based on facility needs.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • RN2-Comm will supervise all Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurse 1s (RN1s) within their assignment and cover other areas that may need RN1 coverage. • The RN2-Comm will provide clinical and administrative supervision to lower-level registered nurses and the direct care staff; and oversee and coordinate nursing services for individuals in state facilities and programs. • Supervises and coordinates the activities of assigned nursing and direct care staff.• Directs and reviews the...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Candidate will work as a Residential Registered Nurse I. The candidate will provide oversight individuals with developmental disabilities who have a variety of other medical and psychological diagnoses. • Supervises overall individual's health care needs and works with house management to implement optimal care. Assess individuals on an ongoing basis, identifying needs and provides medical follow up (work with house leadership to coordinate appointments for primary, consultant services and required tests/diagnostics).• Ensures Nursing plans of service, physicians’ orders, necessary consents (MIPS/Informed Consent/upcoming procedures) and related documentation are up to date.• Performs medication audits and resolves any issues found, conduct OSHA audits and obtains supplies to stock the IRA as needed.• Completes, at minimum, one visit weekly to the IRA to...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: To be Determined - (Office location to be discussed at time of interview). Vacancy cross-posted at Capital District DDSOAs an Administrative Assistant 1, you would perform tasks which fall into four broad categories: communication, coordination, organization, and records maintenance. Within these categories, the Administrative Assistant 1 would perform a variety of tasks which enable managers and program staff to accomplish the mission of the agency.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will provide essential services in the Region 3 Eligibility Team: • Assist with information/workflow with monitoring mailboxes for submission alerts, completing TABS entries, creating intake forms, and assigning cases for eligibility review as necessary within the necessary timeframes. • Following a Licensed Clinical Review of eligibility for first, second and...

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TITLE: Administrative Assistant 1 SALARY: Hudson Valley DDSO - $51,695* - $62,447* Capital District DDSO- $47,695 - $58,447 NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1 SALARY GRADE: 11 NEGOTIATING UNIT: ASU – Administrative Services Unit (CSEA) JURISDICTIONAL CLASS: Competitive Class APPOINTMENT TYPE; Contingent/Permanent OFFICE/REGION: NYS OPWDD / Hudson Valley DDRO – Region 3 DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Division of Service Delivery/Service Access Program Implementation and Stakeholder Support, Eligibility Unit LOCATION: To be Determined - (Office location to be discussed at time of interview). Vacancy cross-posted at Capital District DDSO Hudson Valley DDRO 7 Wilbur Road Thiells, NY 10984 OR Capital District DDRO 500 Balltown Road Schenectady NY 12304 SHIFT & PASS DAYS: Mon-Fri, 9am-4:30pm; Pass days: Sat/Sun TRAVEL: Occasional travel within region 3 is required for meetings or other events, less than 15%. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. SUPERVISOR:...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Under the supervision of the Nutrition Services Administrator 2, the candidate will: • Coordinate medical records for clinical nutrition. Ensure medical records reflect nutritional status of the individuals and meet regulations.• Maintain annual completion of assessments using the Nutrition Care Process.• Attend ISP meetings, as well as entrance and exit meetings.• Complete nutritional assessments, care plans, progress notes and discharge summaries.• Makes recommendations to the treatment team for the maintenance and / or improvement of nutritional status. • Recommend changes to meal plans to address nutritional concern.• Process diet changes and provides the necessary training to the individual and staff concerning the change.• Observes individuals at mealtime, which may involve travel to a variety of service locations.• Provides nutrition care instructions to individuals, families, family...

TITLE: Registered Nurse 2 – Community SALARY GRADE: 20 SALARY: $123,173 - $133,121 NEGOTIATING UNIT: PS&T - Professional, Scientific & Technical Unit (PEF) APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent JURISDICTIONAL CLASS: Competitive EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time OFFICE/REGION: Hudson Valley DDSOO – Region 4 DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: NYS OPWDD / State Operations LOCATION: HVDDSOO Westchester Team 3 (Adams IRA, Jefferson IRA, Padwe IRA, Truman IRA) Base: Jefferson IRA 264A Byrant Avenue White Plains NY 10605 SHIFT/PASS DAYS: Mon-Fri 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Sat/Sun pass days. Occasional adjusting of hours may be needed based on facility needs. ADDITIONAL INFO: *Travel required 50% or more (*Travel percentage is an estimated average; actual travel time may vary to support the needs of the agency). POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Registered Nurse 2 (RN2-Comm) will a be a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team for Westchester County area of HVDDSO and the individuals. Base location:...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Complete progress notes and referrals that are written by the rehabilitation staff, assuring compliance with recordkeeping requirements and standards.• Screen, evaluate, and approve all referrals.• Match and assign patients to appropriate daily programs.• Monitor tracking system.• Assure patient records are maintained as outlined.• Coordinate treatment planning with rehabilitation department.Complete a comprehensive evaluation of rehabilitation and social needs of patients and the development of patient goals and programming to meet the needs of patients.• Review policies and procedures with staff.• Review rehabilitation programs available to patients.• Coordinate development of goals and programs with subordinate rehabilitation staff and treatment teams.• Participate with the Treatment Team Leader in policy meetings, long-term program planning, and review meetings to update, improve, and...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description POSITION DESCRIPTION/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Licensed Master Social Worker 1 (LMSW 1) would function in the role of Placement Coordinator for Capital District DDSO. In this position, the incumbent is responsible for: • Managing the community residential, respite and day habilitation opportunities for 75 IRAs, 6 Day Habs, and respite for Family Care in the Capital District DDSO community. • Working collaboratively with referring entities to gather necessary referral information. Prioritizing highest need individuals for placement. • Participating in placement meetings and sharing information with the Capital District teams.• Identifying residential placements based on the needs and choices of individuals and ensuring a good fit between the individual’s needs/choices and the home/day hab/respite (ie: housemates, physical needs such as barrier free, geographic location,...

Duties Description The Office of Counsel provides legal guidance and services to the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) network on the myriad of issues arising from the delivery of supports and services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Attorneys are called upon to draft and review legislation, regulations, policy, contracts, and real property transactions, advise on compliance with Medicaid programs for people with developmental disabilities, certification, and approval of providers of services, employment matters, participate in administrative hearings and oversee litigation. The Associate Counsel in this position will supervise the Medicaid Fair Hearings Unit within Counsel's Office and will: Serve as a member of the Counsel's Office leadership team and report directly to the General Counsel. Oversee and manage OPWDD's role as party in Medicaid Fair Hearings, including the preparation and review of written submissions for Medicaid...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Training Specialist 1 (MH) presents training programs to improve on-the-job knowledge of skills and abilities of employees to better enable them to carry out the agency mission, including the care and treatment of vulnerable persons in the care and/or custody of the state. The TS1 (MH) will develop and deliver training programs in our current environment; both in person and virtual classrooms.Presents specific training courses in the agency’s training program. • Attain certification as a certified instructor in the agency’s 3 levels of crisis intervention and prevention courses (PROMOTE).• Attain certification as First Aid/CPR AED Instructor and become certified to do fit testing.• Identifies and assesses specific training needs by reviewing agency programs and by discussing staff and program requirements with program managers.• Presents training courses in New Employee Orientation...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description As a Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide Trainee, you would participate in a traineeship ranging from 9 to 15 months, depending on your ability to demonstrate competency in certain critical performance areas of consumer care. The traineeship includes a wide range of learning experiences in the provision of care for individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities in a secure setting. You will be required to successfully complete all mandated trainings. At the successful completion of your traineeship, you will advance without further examination to Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide, Salary Grade 14.Duties DescriptionAs a Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide Trainee or Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide, you would assist in the habilitation and care of individuals with developmental disabilities living in an OPWDD...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Office of Counsel provides legal guidance and services to the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) network on the myriad of issues arising from the delivery of supports and services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Attorneys are called upon to draft and review legislation, regulations, policy, contracts, and real property transactions, advise on compliance with Medicaid programs for people with developmental disabilities, certification, and approval of providers of services, employment matters, participate in administrative hearings and oversee litigation. The Associate Counsel in this position will supervise the Medicaid Fair Hearings Unit within Counsel's Office and will: -Serve as a member of the Counsel's Office leadership team and report directly to the General Counsel. -Oversee and manage OPWDD's role as party in Medicaid Fair Hearings,...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Office for People With Developmental Disabilities priority is the health and safety of the statewide 128,000 individuals with developmental disabilities receiving agency’s support. As a Direct Support Assistant, you would help individuals with developmental disabilities lead richer lives. Under supervision these positions will: • Provide supports and services. • Advocate, encourage, guide and teach individuals in expressing personal choice. • Ensure community integration. • Assist individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, dining, dressing, meal preparation, lifts and transfers. • Help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs. • Coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills. • Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. • Work with other staff to carry out care plans and to record care plans. • Administer medication in accordance with...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description • Provide professional psychological services under the supervision of a licensed psychologist or other appropriate licensed clinician; • Develop and write behavioral/treatment plans and complete functional assessments; • Design, develop, administer, score, and interpret psychological tests; • Analyze behavioral data and write progress notes; • Conduct psychological evaluations; • Participate as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team and attend meetings for case review; • Participate in and lead individual, family and group counseling sessions; • Prepare reports and maintain a wide variety of records. • Peer review. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities/posts/?feedView=all #LI-JJ1 The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for Psychology Trainee 1 and 2: A master's...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Functions as the classroom leader and provides training/guidance on the Individuals’ Day Habilitation Program Goals/Supports/Tasks.• Ensures Day Habilitation Activities are carried out by all Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) assigned to class; consistently emphasizing independence, individualization, inclusion, and productivity.• Oversees and participates in direct hands-on programming for Individuals we serve. • Requests and/or Purchases needed items for the Class and makes returns to the Business Office. • Develops and participates in community inclusion activitiesAttends Life Plan & Special meetings for Individuals in assigned classes and writes meeting minutes.• Develops Day Program Staff Action Plans for the assigned individuals which reflect their established goals/valued outcomes and supports needed.• Develops classroom schedule of activities and lesson plans.• Maintains...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description DUTIES DESCRIPTION: Duties to include but not limited to: • Coordinate medical records for clinical nutrition. Ensure medical records reflect nutritional status of the individuals and meets the OPWDD regulations. Maintain annual completion of assessments.• Assist NSA and support staff with menu writing. Review menus for regular and modified diets. Ensure cycle menus conform with RDA's and meet individuals' physiological needs.• Complete individual nutrition notes as established through risk priority of each individual. Attend Life Plan meetings and discharge meetings. Complete annual assessments, care plans and discharge summary. Process diet changes. Maintain monthly diet list and computer records.• Make recommendations to the treatment team for the maintenance and/or improvement of nutritional status. May order diets or recommend changes to diet regimen to address nutritional concerns.•...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Dietitian 2 will provide professional dietetic services which, may include consulting with physicians on special diet programs; planning and supervising the preparation of special diets and menus; maintaining sanitary conditions; and training or assisting individuals/families to plan proper home diets. The dietitian provides enhanced supports to minimize the risk of choking, death from over-eating, and maximize the health and safety of the individuals. This Dietitian 2 is assigned 12 homes and the Amenia Day Program.At least one dinner meal observation per week to work adjust. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Monitor the need of high nutritional risk individuals in their assigned area (i.e., tube feedings, those prone to aspiration pneumonia, multiple ground/puree consistency diets, as well as individuals with caloric, electrolyte, nutrient, and other metabolic needs such as...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work collaboratively with the team of Article 16 Clinic nurses to provide the following services to OPWDD individuals under our care: • Provide/prepare for routine and emergent individuals care including assessing/triaging individuals and obtaining vital signs, EKGs, performing finger-sticks, catheterizations, IM and subcutaneous injections (immunizations, Prolia, B-12, Haldol, etc), assisting with minor procedures and annual physicals, helping with Eye Clinic, etc.• Process orders, consultation forms, prescriptions, etc. generated from above visits correctly and in a timely manner. This also includes creating/processing referrals to outside specialty providers.• Create/process electronic prescriptions, durable medical equipment justifications and prior authorizations for medications and diagnostic procedures.• Triage incoming phone calls, labs, mail,...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work collaboratively with the team of Article 16 Clinic nurses to provide the following services to OPWDDindividuals under our care: • Provide/prepare for routine and emergent individuals care including assessing/triaging individuals andobtaining vital signs, EKGs, performing finger-sticks, catheterizations, IM and subcutaneous injections(immunizations, Prolia, B-12, Haldol, etc), assisting with minor procedures and annual physicals,helping with Eye Clinic, etc.• Process orders, consultation forms, prescriptions, etc. generated from above visits correctly and in atimely manner. This also includes creating/processing referrals to outside specialty providers.•Create/process electronic prescriptions, durable medical equipment justifications and prior authorizations for medications and diagnostic procedures.•Triage incoming phone calls, labs, mail, email and...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Registered Nurse 2 (Community) position will provide administrative oversight to assigned Family Care Homes. The Family Care RN 2 works within the framework of a treatment team providing nursing services to individuals with developmental disabilities, and their Caretaker/Family Care Providers. The Family Care RN 2 provides clinical oversight of the individuals health care services, conducts on site visits, develops plan of nursing service, provides nursing care, provides guidance, and makes recommendations based on the individuals medical needs for emergency or continuing care, suggests alternative treatment plans, and teaches the Family Care Provider (FCP) methods of dealing with emergencies. The Family Care RN 2 acts as a liaison between the individual, Family Care Provider, and other members of the treatment team.They also ensure that the health care needs of the individuals are...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Instructs and supports individuals in developing and/or enhancing life skills necessary to live more independently in home and community settings; and develops, implements, and modifies habilitation plans to help individuals achieve their valued outcomes.• Collaborates with individuals, family members, advocates, care managers, and service providers to determine strategies for service delivery (e.g., skill acquisition/retention, staff supports, and/or exploration of new experiences); and attends Life Plan meetings to assess the effectiveness of habilitation plans and services and establish objectives.• Assesses individuals’ skill levels in relation to their valued outcomes and identifies appropriate methods to teach and assist individuals in acquiring, improving, and maintaining life skills.• Communicates with treatment team members and gathers information to plan and/or modify services to...

Duties Description The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is looking for a creative, innovative leader who can execute strategic decisions to serve as Director of the Developmental Disabilities State Operations Office in Region 6 (DDSOO 6 - Bernard Fineson- Queens and Long Island Developmental Disabilities Service Office). This position serves at the pleasure of the Commissioner of OPWDD. The Director of the Region will oversee supports and services for Individuals who reside in both Long Island and Bernard Fineson. The ideal candidate for this position will share OPWDD's commitment to advocating on behalf of people with developmental disabilities as well as advancing and enhancing services and supports, provide input and guidance with policy reviews, work collaboratively with Stakeholders, move forward with OPWDD's Cultural Linguistic Competency mission, and the best supports and services are provided to the individuals within region 6. In...

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is looking for a creative, innovative leader who can execute strategic decisions to serve as Director of the Developmental Disabilities State Operations Office in Region 6 (DDSOO 6 - Bernard Fineson- Queens and Long Island Developmental Disabilities Service Office). This position serves at the pleasure of the Commissioner of OPWDD. The Director of the Region will oversee supports and services for Individuals who reside in both Long Island and Bernard Fineson. The ideal candidate for this position will share OPWDD's commitment to advocating on behalf of people with developmental disabilities as well as advancing and enhancing services and supports, provide input and guidance with policy reviews, work collaboratively with Stakeholders, move forward with OPWDD's Cultural Linguistic Competency mission, and the best...