The Self Direction Navigator has the responsibility of facilitating Person-Centered Planning and developing as well as monitoring customized budgets for individuals on their case load. This position works closely with the self-directing individual and their circle of support to develop a budget for services that fits their unique needs and goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Activities include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and maintain the Self Directed Plan/Budget including one meeting per quarter for reviews and updates as needed.
• Provide education, training, and support to the individual and family in implementing the Self Directed plan/budget in accordance with Medicaid and NYS standards and provide other technical supports as needed to keep the plan functioning effectively.
• Review Self Directed expenditures, assist individual with budgeting and monitoring of the Monthly Spending Detail report.
• Assist individual with recruiting, interviewing, hiring and retaining appropriate support staff as well as scheduling and supervising staff and back-up staff.
• Assist individual with building and maintaining a positive circle of supports and meaningful connections in the community.
• Develop and maintain relationships with families to ensure the success of their plan.
• Problem-solve and proactively anticipate issues to avert crisis and/or loss of Medicaid funding.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with other internal and external support programs in the best interest of the individual.
• Ensure priority and/or crisis events are handled and timely documentation is compliant with Medicaid, Agency and NYS standards.
• Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and Center regulations and operating standards.

• Establish a work environment that creates positive communication between supervisors and employees and assimilates new employees to the Center?s culture, values and mission.
• Participate in activities as part of the team that may include meetings, trainings, and committees.
• May be assigned additional duties as required.
• Ability to anticipate coverage problems