About the Role
The Self Direction Coordinator (SDC) manages an individual’s financial account based on their approved Self Direction Plan/Budget. The SDC educates the circle of support on current regulations and policies, assists with questions regarding reimbursements, and explains fiscal procedures and required waiver documentation.
Responsibilities
- Manage an individual’s financial account for each participant based on their approved Self Direction Plan/Budget.
- Participate in all Life Plan meetings and educate the circle of support about current regulations and specific policy and procedures.
- Assist with questions regarding reimbursements, out-of-state trips, and staffing hours.
- Explain all fiscal procedures and required waiver documentation to the participant.
- Provide the Self Direction participant with copies of all written policies and procedures.
- Maintain current documents for each Self Direction participant, including ISP/LP, Self Direction Plan, Staff action plan, budget attachments, and Self Direction Monthly Summary Notes.
- Maintain all current billing documents for each Self Direction participant.
- Assure all payments are correctly processed in a timely manner.
- Rectify and process expenses needing more information.
- Serve as the main contact point for all questions and concerns for anyone supported by AIM for fiscal intermediary services.
- Participate as an active member of the individuals’ program team and Circle of Support.
- Ensure individual care and program implementation through schedule flexibility.
- Perform any other related duties as requested by supervisor.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in a Human Services Related Field with 2 years experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred; OR High School Degree with 4 years experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
- Program specific training (provided).
- Valid NYS Driver’s License acceptable to Agency Insurance standards.
- Maintain valid insurance and provide insurance card if using your own vehicle.
- Ability to exhibit/maintain a professional, kind, courteous and patient manner at all times.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Reading and Math skills at a level to perform job duties.
- Demonstrated interest and ability to make possible the personal outcomes of individuals receiving services.
- Adherence to Agency policies and procedures.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Reading skills
- Math skills
Work Type
- Non-exempt
Education Level
- Associate’s Degree
- High School Degree
