FI Coordinator (Self-Direction Program)

• We are looking for a skilled individual to join our growing team! The primary responsibilities of the FI Coordinator is to provide support and guidance to individuals who self-direct their services through their self-directed budget. 
• Responsibilities include
• active participation in the person-centered planning process and oversight of the self-directed budget once approved.
• The FI Coordinator will work with participants, families and vendors to ensure services and reimbursements of funds adhere to OPWDD guidance and regulations, and are processed in a timely and appropriate manner.
• The ideal person will possess exceptional communication skills and will be the initial point of contact for daily inquiries, requests and follow- ups by individuals, families, self-hired workers, care managers and brokers.
• The FI Coordinator will participate in Life Plan meetings and Circle of Support meetings and must be able to provide guidance on OPWDD regulations around all aspects of the self-direction budget.
• The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with a proactive attitude who can anticipate the needs of the department and have a professional, friendly and enthusiastic attitude.
• Must be proficient at multitasking as this position requires great attention to detail.       

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES:      

• Review and implement start-up budgets, full budgets and budget amendments, communicating budget changes to agency departments including human resources, finance and compliance.
• Complete training for new self-hired staff; inform staff when they are cleared to work; Ensure completion of mandated annual agency trainings.
• Perform OPWDD and agency compliance review of Life Plans including facilitating any corrections needed to ensure all billing requirements
• Provide administrative support including data entry and entering information into CHOICES system (ex. DDP1s)

• Assignments may be determined at a future date

• Bilingual Spanish / English, strongly preferred
• Must have the ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently
• Must have exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate and problem solve with co-workers in a positive and professional manner
• Must have excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Must have proficiency in use of technology/computers including use of Word, Excel, email
• Must have the ability to work as part of an integrated team
• Must demonstrate a general knowledge of services provided

Education/Experience:      

• Experience working in the intellectual and developmental disabilities field is preferred
• Two-year, proven work experience related to clerical or office work is preferred
• HS Diploma or equivalency degree
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (Preferred)

• Must be capable to sit or stand in front of a computer for long-periods of time
• Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet.

Access: Supports For Living is an EEO employer-EEO, AAE, M/F/D/V      

Salary : $25