Senior Companion Program Coordinator - EOA #2019-274
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Collaborates with executive management to establish and implement statewide policies for Senior Companion Programs; provide program oversight; and ensures compliance with Federal, State and OPWDD regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
o Organize, coordinate, implement and expand Long Island OPWDD Senior Companion Program in accordance with the Agency's mission to foster community inclusion, enrich people's lives and enhance independence of individuals. o Advertise and recruit and screen prospective Senior Companions following guidelines established by OPWDD, the Justice Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service. o Incorporate a person-centered approach to matching Senior Companions and individuals in meaningful assignments. o Develop and implement an orientation and on-going training program for Senior Companions that meets the requirements of OPWDD, the Justice Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service. o Complete, submit and/or retain data/reports in the areas of:
Senior Companion evaluations, profile form impact statements, assignment review, time & attendance and others required by local, state and federal agencies. o Act as spokesperson and liaison to voluntary agencies and community organizations, to facilitate program goals. o Participate in monthly/as scheduled statewide senior companion coordinator teleconferences hosted by the OPWDD Senior Companion Manager. o Create features for the internal newsletter showcasing senior companions and the individuals they support. o Complete bi-weekly stipend roll, to ensure Senior Companions receive their stipend and reimbursements for mileage and meals in a timely fashion. o Attend the annual Senior Companion Conference held in the Capital District area for training and networking. o Travel is expected, including various community organizations. Mileage is compensated per Office of State Comptroller rules and regulations. o Assume responsibility for special projects as applicable.
Job Function
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Collaborates with executive management to establish and implement statewide policies for Senior Companion Programs; provide program oversight; and ensures compliance with Federal, State and OPWDD regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
o Organize, coordinate, implement and expand Long Island OPWDD Senior Companion Program in accordance with the Agency's mission to foster community inclusion, enrich people's lives and enhance independence of individuals. o Advertise and recruit and screen prospective Senior Companions following guidelines established by OPWDD, the Justice Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service. o Incorporate a person-centered approach to matching Senior Companions and individuals in meaningful assignments. o Develop and implement an orientation and on-going training program for Senior Companions that meets the requirements of OPWDD, the Justice Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service. o Complete, submit and/or retain data/reports in the areas of:
Senior Companion evaluations, profile form impact statements, assignment review, time & attendance and others required by local, state and federal agencies. o Act as spokesperson and liaison to voluntary agencies and community organizations, to facilitate program goals. o Participate in monthly/as scheduled statewide senior companion coordinator teleconferences hosted by the OPWDD Senior Companion Manager. o Create features for the internal newsletter showcasing senior companions and the individuals they support. o Complete bi-weekly stipend roll, to ensure Senior Companions receive their stipend and reimbursements for mileage and meals in a timely fashion. o Attend the annual Senior Companion Conference held in the Capital District area for training and networking. o Travel is expected, including various community organizations. Mileage is compensated per Office of State Comptroller rules and regulations. o Assume responsibility for special projects as applicable.
Salary Range:
From $50722 to $64557 Annually
Minimum Qualification
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT:
Candidates must be reachable on the current Civil Service List for Senior Companion Program Coordinator OR currently permanent in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer per Civil Service Rules & Regulations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT:
In the event there is no valid eligible list, candidates who meet the following open competitive qualifications may be qualified for a provisional appointment:
Five years of administrative experience coordinating an organized volunteer program in which the primary responsibility was recruiting, training, orientation and supervision of volunteers. One of these years of experience must have included administering a program which provided services primarily for individuals with developmental disabilities. If appointed on provisional status, you must participate in the next Civil Service examination(s) and be a reachable candidate in order to obtain permanent status and maintain your position.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Collaborates with executive management to establish and implement statewide policies for Senior Companion Programs; provide program oversight; and ensures compliance with Federal, State and OPWDD regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
o Organize, coordinate, implement and expand Long Island OPWDD Senior Companion Program in accordance with the Agency's mission to foster community inclusion, enrich people's lives and enhance independence of individuals. o Advertise and recruit and screen prospective Senior Companions following guidelines established by OPWDD, the Justice Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service. o Incorporate a person-centered approach to matching Senior Companions and individuals in meaningful assignments. o Develop and implement an orientation and on-going training program for Senior Companions that meets the requirements of OPWDD, the Justice Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service. o Complete, submit and/or retain data/reports in the areas of:
Senior Companion evaluations, profile form impact statements, assignment review, time & attendance and others required by local, state and federal agencies. o Act as spokesperson and liaison to voluntary agencies and community organizations, to facilitate program goals. o Participate in monthly/as scheduled statewide senior companion coordinator teleconferences hosted by the OPWDD Senior Companion Manager. o Create features for the internal newsletter showcasing senior companions and the individuals they support. o Complete bi-weekly stipend roll, to ensure Senior Companions receive their stipend and reimbursements for mileage and meals in a timely fashion. o Attend the annual Senior Companion Conference held in the Capital District area for training and networking. o Travel is expected, including various community organizations. Mileage is compensated per Office of State Comptroller rules and regulations. o Assume responsibility for special projects as applicable.
Job Function
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Collaborates with executive management to establish and implement statewide policies for Senior Companion Programs; provide program oversight; and ensures compliance with Federal, State and OPWDD regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
o Organize, coordinate, implement and expand Long Island OPWDD Senior Companion Program in accordance with the Agency's mission to foster community inclusion, enrich people's lives and enhance independence of individuals. o Advertise and recruit and screen prospective Senior Companions following guidelines established by OPWDD, the Justice Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service. o Incorporate a person-centered approach to matching Senior Companions and individuals in meaningful assignments. o Develop and implement an orientation and on-going training program for Senior Companions that meets the requirements of OPWDD, the Justice Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service. o Complete, submit and/or retain data/reports in the areas of:
Senior Companion evaluations, profile form impact statements, assignment review, time & attendance and others required by local, state and federal agencies. o Act as spokesperson and liaison to voluntary agencies and community organizations, to facilitate program goals. o Participate in monthly/as scheduled statewide senior companion coordinator teleconferences hosted by the OPWDD Senior Companion Manager. o Create features for the internal newsletter showcasing senior companions and the individuals they support. o Complete bi-weekly stipend roll, to ensure Senior Companions receive their stipend and reimbursements for mileage and meals in a timely fashion. o Attend the annual Senior Companion Conference held in the Capital District area for training and networking. o Travel is expected, including various community organizations. Mileage is compensated per Office of State Comptroller rules and regulations. o Assume responsibility for special projects as applicable.
Salary Range:
From $50722 to $64557 Annually
Minimum Qualification
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT:
Candidates must be reachable on the current Civil Service List for Senior Companion Program Coordinator OR currently permanent in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer per Civil Service Rules & Regulations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT:
In the event there is no valid eligible list, candidates who meet the following open competitive qualifications may be qualified for a provisional appointment:
Five years of administrative experience coordinating an organized volunteer program in which the primary responsibility was recruiting, training, orientation and supervision of volunteers. One of these years of experience must have included administering a program which provided services primarily for individuals with developmental disabilities. If appointed on provisional status, you must participate in the next Civil Service examination(s) and be a reachable candidate in order to obtain permanent status and maintain your position.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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