Assessment Specialist, Home Enabling Supports (OPWDD): Part-Time [20 hrs/week]

Description

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

The Assessment Specialist conducts Home Enabling Supports (HES) assessments and develops person-centered HES Plans for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Working under the direction of the HES Program Development Manager and working closely with individuals, families, Care Managers, and vendors, the Assessment Specialist identifies opportunities to promote independence, safety, health, and community participation through assistive and enabling technology. The position is responsible for completing assessments, identifying appropriate technology solutions, developing HES Plans, and ensuring required documentation meets OPWDD and program standards. Assessments may be conducted in the individual's home or remotely.

Program Description

ADAPT Community Network is one of eight providers across New York State selected by the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) to provide Home Enabling Supports (HES), a Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver service. HES provides access to assistive and enabling technologies for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities living at home or in the community. The service is designed to promote independence, increase safety, improve health outcomes, support community participation, and reduce reliance on staff. ADAPT's HES service area includes all five boroughs of New York City.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Assessment Specialist, Home Enabling Supports, include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct comprehensive HES assessments to identify individual needs, goals, and opportunities for technology-based solutions that promote independence and safety.
• Develop person-centered HES Plans based on assessment findings and the individual's goals, preferences, and needs.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate assistive and enabling technologies based on assessment findings and HES goals.
• Collaborate with individuals, families, Care Managers, vendors, and other stakeholders throughout the assessment and planning process.
• Ensure assessments, HES Plans, and related documentation comply with OPWDD requirements and established program standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely records and complete required documentation within established timeframes.
• Participate in activities that support effective program operations, quality, and compliance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• At least one (1) year of experience conducting technology assessments, including direct or supervised experience assessing, implementing, or supporting technology-based solutions for individuals; and
• One of the following: A credential in enabling or assistive technology, such as Enabling Technology Integration Specialist (ETIS) or Assistive Technology Professional (ATP);  -OR-  A clinical background with at least two (2) years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a related field, such as Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Rehabilitation Counseling, or Social Work.
• Experience with person-centered planning and service delivery preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with individuals, families, Care Managers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout ADAPT's service area, including the five boroughs of New York City, for in-home assessments and related activities.
• Commitment to ADAPT Community Network's mission and to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live as independently and fully as possible.

COMPENSATION: $40-$45/hour [part-time hours, flexible]

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.