Youth Program Supervisor

Duties Description As a Youth Program Supervisor, the responsibilities of the incumbent may include but are not limited to the following: Evaluate individual application packets for ETP acceptance and eligibility, including psychological or psycho‑social reports, life plans, work history, behavioral plans, recommendations, and other information. Interview applicants, prepare interview summaries, and determine applicants’ work readiness. Coordinate with care managers, SEMP provider agencies, schools, and residential staff to determine eligibility for ETP. Prepare and provide orientation and required employment documents for applicants to become OPWDD employees. Provide an ETP orientation to accepted individuals outlining program requirements. Meet with participants to discuss and outline a career plan, determine employment expectations, and provide a clear outline of the qualifications needed in a chosen field. Monitor provider agencies and schools for the quality and quantity of services provided in ETP, and monitor job development and discovery services to assure timely completion and determine if SEMP activities are benefiting the individuals. Review and approve the Discovery Report completed by provider agencies, evaluate the information, and determine work readiness and approve job development or recommend another service. Evaluate the work‑site placements developed by providers and schools to ensure that the position matches the skills and abilities of the individual. Prepare and submit payroll by collecting timesheets and calculating the total hours worked. Visit job‑sites and meet with employers to determine if the person is meeting the expectations of the business. Conduct regular job‑readiness classes with the curriculum provided; add resources as needed. Schedule quarterly meetings with providers and schools to review services; facilitate these calls and highlight challenges and programmatic concerns. Identify need for technical assistance and liaise with OPWDD staff. Support Central Office staff with reports, information, and regular communication to assure data collection for statewide reporting. Work closely with school districts to assist in the transition of students from high school to OPWDD adult employment services, maintaining regular communication with transition coordinators and teachers. Complete regular progress reports for new interns and trainees to determine vocational progress and additional programmatic needs. Work on the development of procedures and policies that shape employment services at OPWDD. Present to self‑advocates, schools, families, provider agencies, and CCOs regionally as requested. Recommend or approve additional SEMP hours for a participant based on need. Utilize the statewide ETP database and assure that the status of each person in the program is accurate. Continually recruit and serve people with intellectual developmental disabilities who would like to obtain employment. Minimum Qualifications Five years of professional experience in a human services program providing occupational guidance to disadvantaged youth or individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Additional Comments Starting salary reflects the Downstate adjustment; the posted hiring salary includes the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 16 ($59,994) plus the Downstate adjustment ($4,000). The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies. Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility. If you are employed by state government you may be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Employees on long‑term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Reasonable Accommodation Unit at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io to obtain information and RA forms. Access to a range of savings programs, health care spending account, and dependent care advantage account, among others. Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs. Life and disability insurance. Participation in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan, a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax‑deferred basis. Paid holidays: 13 holidays each year. Paid vacation leave: 13 days initially. Paid personal leave: 5 days each year. Paid sick leave: 13 days each year (may carry over). Professional leave: up to 3 days each year for participation in professional development events. Health care coverage for employees and eligible dependents; dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Paid parental leave: up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. Participation in the NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS). Professional development and education training programs, including tuition assistance and training opportunities. OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities