Investigator - OPWDD Certified (Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM)

Description

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, the Investigator supports the integrity and safety of ADAPT Community Network’s programs by conducting thorough internal investigations, providing administrative oversight of incident reporting systems, and ensuring compliance with OPWDD and Justice Center regulations. This role also delivers training to staff, interfaces with regulatory agencies, and contributes to data tracking and trend analysis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Investigator will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conducting agency investigations, as assigned.
• Provide administrative support to the Program Support Department.
• Provides training to staff regarding conducting investigations, incident reporting, and related topics.
• Assist with management and tracking of information in OPWDD’s IRMA database and interface with the Justice Center to ensure incident closure.
• Coordinates completion of annual OPWDD Utilization Reviews for ICF Programs.
• Assists in completion of required Justice Center target letters, submission of SCR target searches, and submission forms for Investigative Records for Abuse and Neglect Allegations.
• Interfaces with OPWDD incident coordinators to ensure proper classification of incidents.
• Assists in preparation of annual trend information for incidents.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services Related field.
• At least 3 years of experience of prior work-related experience conducting investigations and program supervision.
• Ability to write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required are required in order to interact effectively with employees, co-workers, and other departments.
• Due to the sensitive nature of the position, must be able to maintain the strictest confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Fully conversant with OPWDD and agency selected computer software programs.
• Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent knowledge of OPWDD regulations/incident management regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation and teaching skills.
• Frequent traveling to and between program locations.
• May require evening and weekend work.
• Passion for ADAPT's mission and demonstrates a commitment to the non-profit disability sector.

COMPENSATION: $65,000.00 - $69,000.00 Annually + Industry-Leading Benefits!

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.