Autism Waiver Broker

Autism Waiver Broker Lifeworks, Inc. - 3.1 Westwood, MA Job Details Full-time $53,587.50 a year 21 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Disability insurance Health insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Life insurance Qualifications Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Developmental disability care assistance Driver's License Intellectual disabilities support Working with adults with disabilities Adults with developmental disabilities Working with individuals with intellectual disabilities

Full Job Description Position:

Autism Waiver Broker Job ID:

842

Location:

Westwood MA Shift:

Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm, F 8:00am-4:00pm

Salary:

$ 53,587.50 As a team, the mission of Lifeworks is to provide advocacy, empowerment, and opportunity to those that we serve. As a member of our team, we are all here to support you as we provide creative opportunities and services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Lifeworks isn't just a job; it is an opportunity for a fulfilling career with a purpose. We offer competitive pay & excellent benefits in a rewarding and supportive environment. Lifeworks is hiring a full time Autism Waiver Broker to work with Individuals with ID/DD. We are a nonprofit human service agency that provides adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to live engaged and meaningful lives. We're searching for an enthusiastic individual who will bring their personality, an independent work ethic, and a strong belief in enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Essential Duties:

Initiate and maintain contact with each family in the caseload, assessing needs and ensuring follow-through on program requirements. Plan, coordinate and help manage the delivery of in-home behavioral services, purchase of goods and other essential services. Maintain open lines of communication with DDS Clinical Managers. Develop the individual's person-centered Autism Support Plan and Plan of Care. Enter and maintain data in a designated consumer database. Coordinate monthly meetings with each family on the caseload. Report any incidents in a DDS-designated incident management reporting system. Assist family in hiring, scheduling and paying support workers, respite care and good & services. Maintain necessary records documenting work performed: travel, mileage, contacts made, and a database of individuals served. Assist the Director and staff of the ASC in the planning, development, coordination, management of services and supports to families. Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of individuals and facilitate programs. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with attention to detail. Ability to work in a team environment. Occasional travel in the Newton/South Norfolk & Metro-Boston area.

Requirements:

Experience working with Individuals with ID/DD BA/BS and experience in the Human Services Field, or Associates Degree plus 5 years' experience working in the Human Services Field. Must be able to pass Fingerprint background check, CORI, DPPC and Driving background checks Valid Driver's License required Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent Benefits package that includes: 403(B) matching up to 3% $2,000.00 Staff Retention Bonus after 1 year•Health Insurance with 2 plan choices and a 75% employer contribution 4.4 weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year of employment Long-Term Disability insurance & Life Insurance free for employees Tuition reimbursement Flexible spending account Lifeworks, Inc. believes diversity strengthens the value of our workplace and communities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer:

This job profile identifies the general duties and minimum level of skills required to perform this job. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned. The employee can be responsible for all other duties as assigned by supervisor. Employment at Lifeworks is on an at-will basis. This means that the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason or for no reason and with or without prior notice. Nothing in this job description or employee handbook creates an employment agreement, express or implied, or any other agreement between an employee and Lifeworks.