17 Apr
Program Associate Wasilla
Alaska, Anchorage / mat-su , 99501 Anchorage / mat-su USA

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Program Associate Wasilla

Access Alaska, Inc.

We strongly encourage persons who experience a disability to apply!

Mandatory COVID Mitigation Protocol

For the safety of our Employees, Consumers and Visitors

Offices remain open by appointment only. Staff, Consumers and Visitors all must complete the COVID-19 mitigation protocols when accessing of Access Alaska Inc.’s Community Centers; Wear face covering, Wash hands upon entering Center, check in with front desk, Wash Hands, Temperature will be taken, and COVID-19 Questionnaire Completed.

Access Alaska is seeking a Program Associate. An ideal candidate will be professional, experienced in the Health and Human Service fields, and have excellent administrative and communication skills. This position will be responsible for assisting in operation of the Consumer Directed Personal Care Service (CDPCS) program by providing day-to-day support to Consumers and their Direct Service Providers (DSP’s).

Essential Functions

Establish and maintain positive professional relationships with coworkers, consumers and community partner; works cooperatively with other outside agencies, and care providers regarding consumer needs; processes new consumer intakes; assist consumers with all Access Alaska Inc. and State required paperwork; completes onboarding paperwork and orientation to Direct Service Providers (DSP); assist in reviewing DSP timesheets and other program documentation for accuracy; tracks compliance requirements; attend intakes and assessments to provide support to consumers; maintain all databases with accurate Consumer and DSP information. tracking due dates for required State, Federal and Access Alaska Inc. paperwork.

Position Requirements

BA/BS or equivalent experience year for year. Minimum of two years of experience working in health/human service preferably in the non-profit field. Must be a self-starter and able to work independently but also collaboratively as a member of a team. Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines, while effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously. Must comply with all Access Alaska Inc. Policies and Procedure and Code of Conduct. Must be able to work with a diverse population and maintain confidentiality and HIPAA Compliance. Must be proficient in MS Office and database management.

Additional Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Driver’s License and proof of insurance

Reliable transportation

Highly proficient with Microsoft office Suite

Microsoft Teams and Zoom

Some Travel Required

Hourly Rate: $17.24 to $21.21 DOE

Full Time Non-Exempt

Benefits Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, 3 days paid Bereavement, ICHRA Medical Plan, Vision, Dental, Life and ADD insurance, 403-b with OneAmerica, Supplemental insurances available with Colonial.

To Apply: Please submit a resume, and cover letter to ttaylor@accessalaska.org

Position is open until filled.

Job Description

Summary/Objective

Assist in the operation of the Consumer Direct Personal Care Services (CDPCS) Program. Supporting CDPCS Consumers and CDPCS Direct Service Providers (DSP) to maintain Consumer Directed Services which is the Mission of Access Alaska Inc.’s Work Cooperatively with other programs and departments within AAI in addition to outside regarding consumer needs.

Essential Functions

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work the Independent Living Program receiving or submitting referrals between

Programs. Directing Consumers to other agencies and community resources as appropriate.

Attends intakes, assessments, and reassessments to provide support and advocacy to consumers when requested.

Informs all consumers of program regulations and their responsibilities while participating in the CDPCS

Program. Completes consumer orientation paperwork.

Assists consumers with Senior and Disability Services (SDS) required paperwork if appropriate.

Responsible for all Private Pay referrals and intakes and oversight of services; forwarding information that is

needed to the Billing Department each month.

Establishes and maintains positive professional relationships with coworkers, consumers and their relatives,

guardians, representatives, Care Coordinators and community agencies and programs.

Ensures that any information necessitating a report to Adult Protective Services or a Critical Incident Report to

SDS is done so within the required timeframe.

Completes UT reports to Billing and/or Quality Assurance in a timely manner.

Inputs and Maintains all required databases with accurate consumer information. Updates consumer lists

regularly

Manages the Administrative tasks related to initial hire and orientations for Direct Serves Providers (DSP’s) as

needed, completing fingerprint cards for the State of Alaska Background Check Unit and forwarding them to

Human Resource for Submission in Anchorage.

Completes review of biweekly timesheets to make sure that the SLA is followed appropriately, including that the

DSP has not worked overtime or unauthorized hours.

Conduct follow up calls to DSPs with incomplete or problematic timesheets when needed.

Attend and participate in CDPCS staff Consumer and all staff agency meetings as scheduled, and monthly all

staff meetings, and scheduled meetings with consumers.

Required Education

BA/BS or equivalent work experience and/or education

Experience:

2 year’s administrative work experience

2 years’ experience working with persons who experience disabilities or Senior Alaskans

Required Skills:

Excellent Communication both Verbal and in Written From, Collaboration, Dependability, Adaptability, Conflict Resolution, Flexibility, Problem-solving, Work ethic, Organization.

Expectations

Maintain Confidentiality – Integrity – Professionalism – Excellent Work Ethic.

Support of AAI’s Mission Vision and Values Statement.

Work Environment:

Access Alaska Inc’s Community Center, Home Office, Consumers Residence, Community Settings.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Equipment Used

Standard Office Equipment, Computers, Phones, Printer/Fax/Scanner, filing cabinets

Position Type

Fulltime None Exempt

Work Hours

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required

Working Authorization

Access Alaska Inc. require completion of a State & Federal of Alaska fingerprint background check prior to starting work.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Access Alaska, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Access Alaska, Inc. makes every effort to ensure that in every phase of its recruitment and selection processes equal employment opportunity is provided to all individuals regardless of race, color, genetics, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, change in marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, national origin or citizenship, or veteran's status. Access Alaska, Inc. is an at-will employer.

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