Consumer Advisory Board Program Associate, 50% (salary listed is based on full-time 100% position)
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
While working in a role created by the courts, the incumbents responsibilities will include but not limited to:
participate in annual, semiannual and other designated team meetings while acting in loco parentis for Willowbrook Class Members who are not represented by parents, relatives or guardians and those who have requested representation; evaluate individuals' needs and interests; possess knowledge of current service provisions including CCOs and OPWDD regulations. Additionally, the incumbent will participate in the placement planning process and evaluate the appropriateness of proposed residential settings, educational/vocational program services, medical health care services and treatment, protection from harm and social/leisure support services. The incumbent will also monitor quality of ongoing service provisions for individuals, assist local parent advisory groups in fulfilling their responsibilities, participate in community and parent education programs, and establish and maintain contact with local parent/consumer organizations.
Job Function
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
While working in a role created by the courts, the incumbents responsibilities will include but not limited to:
participate in annual, semiannual and other designated team meetings while acting in loco parentis for Willowbrook Class Members who are not represented by parents, relatives or guardians and those who have requested representation; evaluate individuals' needs and interests; possess knowledge of current service provisions including CCOs and OPWDD regulations. Additionally, the incumbent will participate in the placement planning process and evaluate the appropriateness of proposed residential settings, educational/vocational program services, medical health care services and treatment, protection from harm and social/leisure support services. The incumbent will also monitor quality of ongoing service provisions for individuals, assist local parent advisory groups in fulfilling their responsibilities, participate in community and parent education programs, and establish and maintain contact with local parent/consumer organizations.
Salary Range:
From $56604 to $71980 Annually
Minimum Qualification
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
To qualify, the incumbent must have a bachelor's degree and must demonstrate at least three years' experience working with and for persons with developmental disabilities. The incumbent must know the nature, needs and rights of persons with developmental disabilities; be familiar with normalization as a practice; have knowledge of community resources, services and programs; understand group dynamics; have experience with or knowledge of voluntary associations as well as OPWDD services; and have knowledge and skills in monitoring and evaluating programs. Candidates must also be available for evening and weekend work. Flexibility to travel is required. NOTE:
The position is NS (Non-Statutory) equated to G-18. Familiarity with the Willowbrook Permanent Injunction preferred.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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