CAS Assessor- OPWDDBronx, Westchester, Rockland

Required Experience:

Minimum of one year conducting assessments with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities; experience in adapting interviewing skills to elicit information from individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, their families, caregivers and staff, and various clinicians. Must have strong computer skills.

Bachelor's degree in an approved human service discipline.

(HYBRID Role):
Must be willing and able to travel throughout the assigned region. Assessors outside of the N Y C 5 boroughs must have a reliable vehicle with a valid driver ' s license and insurance.

The CAS Assessor is responsible for arranging, conducting, and completing accurate and thorough assessments using the person-centered approach.

• Outreach to individuals and/or their legal guardians or caretakers as necessary during the assigned schedule.
• Schedule and coordinate the assessment process with individuals, families, and providers in the home and/or community using a person-centered approach.
• Schedule and conduct the assessment at a location and time which is most convenient for the individual.
• Utilize an in-person, person-centered interview process as part of the assessment process (e.g., conversational style that starts with the person).
• Conduct additional interviews with the knowledgeable person(s) and utilize multiple sources including records to verify information and coding prior to finalizing the assessment.
• Work with Operations Support to arrange formal interpreter services as needed.
• Complete all assessments utilizing the provided software.
• Code the assessment accurately based on training.
• Document all case activity as per program requirements.
• Meet or exceed established monthly productivity standards.
• All assessments must meet quality standards (e.g., assessment fully completed, individual participated in the assessment, time frames of assessment maintained, etc.).
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by Management.