PWDD Broker - Self Direction

A career with a cause

At Unity House, we're dedicated to supporting people with disabilities. That's why we're dedicated to our employees. At Unity House, you'll empower people to learn, grow and thrive. In turn, Unity House will empower you with:

• Great pay - Broker GRADE 13 Min: $25.07- Mid: $30.09 per hour
• Full-time benefits - health insurance and more for working 30+ hours per week
• Paid Time Off - PTO accrues each pay period
• Peace of mind - 401k contributions matched up to 3.5%
• Wellness - free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs
• Pay options - early payday and direct deposit available
• Room to grow - tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities
• So much more - more details on benefits here

Our mission

To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability. This is accomplished by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment.

Our vision

All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community

Our values

Respect, Honesty, Integrity

Qualifications:

High School diploma and five years experience or Associates Degree in human services/related field and three years experience in relevant Human Services field required. OPWDD Broker training completion is required within first 90-days of employment. Computer skills and keyboarding familiarity required. Ability to be flexible and work in a team environment. Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem solving, customer service and leadership skills essential. Evidence of understanding and empathy for the PWDD population. Previous knowledge/experience with Person Centered Planning, advanced person centered planning, developing a person centered budget, self-advocacy/self-development, planning team meeting/circle of Support, writing/providing service plans, OPWDD regulations, Medicaid regulations and budgets preferred. Demonstrated ability and knowledge to work professionally with multiple services provider agencies, etc., required. Valid NYS Driver's License required and acceptable per organization policy, ability to travel.

Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday - Friday 8am-4pm.