What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Liaison - NY position at Public Partnerships?
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.We are seeking candidates who reside in New York.Two roles - Central / Western NY & Brooklyn / Queens / Staten Island / Nassau / SuffolkPublic Partnerships LLC (PPL) helps people with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or other long-term health conditions stay at home and "self-direct" their care. Known as consumer direction in New York, this long-term care model empowers people to take control of who provides their services and where. PPL was selected to be the Statewide Fiscal Intermediary for the New York Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) starting in 2025. We, along with a diverse alliance of service partners across the state, will be supporting the delivery of culturally sensitive and disability competent care to CDPAP participants. We are looking for people who share our passion for helping New Yorkers live happy, healthy, and independent lives to support CDPAP consumers and their personal assistants across a broad spectrum of services and functions.Our culture attracts and rewards people who are compassionate, results-oriented, and driven to exceed customer expectations. We desire motivated candidates who are excited to join our fast-paced, consumer-focused environment, and who want to make a difference in helping transform the lives of the people we serve.Learn more about PPL and CDPAP at https : / / pplfirst.com / cdpap. Duties & ResponsibilitiesHelps strengthen the organization's image in the community by supporting our mission and philosophy. Represents PPL and spreads education and awareness about CDPAP at community outreach events, including underserved communities. Creates and finds opportunities to build awareness or support for CDPAP services and PPL. Connects people to PPL to learn about the CDPAP program. Collaborates cross-functionally with resources, community partners, case managers, etc. to facilitate even stronger service delivery and relationships in the community. Creates and delivers presentations and / or training to case managers, community organizations, and other stakeholders. Actively participates in meetings and discussions about CDPAP services, including in-person advisory and stakeholder committee meetings. Proactively gathers information from stakeholders about CDPAP to ensure PPL is delivering services in a way that meets the needs of consumers and personal assistants.Identifies gaps in services and brings solutions internally to streamline processes or make systems better for stakeholders. Assesses and assists in utilizing available data and how it may be used in the context of our community presence. Provides linkages and referrals from other community-focused programs and organizations to PPL. Collaborates internally to enhance programming for consumers and stakeholders. Attends regional events as necessary to build the PPL brand across the state. Required Skills and AbilitiesStrong interpersonal, engagement, organizational, and time-management skills. Commitment to supporting diverse and underserved groups of people. Entrepreneurial approach to relationship development with external stakeholders. Empathetic approach and desire to solve participant issues and challenges. Capacity to display understanding and sensitivity to cultural diversity. Ability to work independently with little supervision. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to attend events around the state that may include weekends and evenings with the ability to have a flexible schedule. Knowledge of long-term care programs in the assigned state or market. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in MS Office Suite. QualificationsEducation : A Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, or Sociology strongly preferredExperience4 years of relevant experience in community engagement efforts related to delivering self-determination, job development, and support-group resources to diverse and underserved communities; bilingual in Spanish preferredCompensation & Benefits401k Retirement PlanMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance on first day of employmentGenerous Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramAnd more!The base pay listed may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. Certain positions may also be eligible for a performance-based incentive as part of total compensation. Compensation range - $55,000-$85,000PPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PPL, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and / or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PPL will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Salary : $55,000 - $85,000
