Personal Agent
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is a unique, empowering and exciting place to work! We support adults who experience all kinds of developmental disabilities, assisting them to live independently in their own homes, find and keep their dream jobs, and pursue community-based recreation.UCP was recently ranked as one of the 100 Best Nonprofit Employers in Oregon. Learn more about us at #URL_2b35257099321dacb52af707d4a6bdf5dd187d81d6bfd24398f0e5b68a6727a7#.UCP is currently seeking a Personal Agent who will work in our intellectual/developmental disabilities support services brokerage, which is known as UCP Connections.The primary role of a Personal Agent is to provide case management supports to a caseload of up to 44 adults who experience developmental disabilities and live in Multnomah and Clackamas counties.As a Personal Agent, you will support a caseload of adults who come from diverse backgrounds, including disability, cultural, racial, gender, and socio-economic status. These adults experience a wide array of developmental disabilities and co-occurring diagnoses (such as mental health conditions and addictions), and may also be youth transitioning into adulthood, or have diverse family structures.    You will provide the primary assistance to each client and the client’s family, assisting them to navigate the support services system, meet goals, and understand the process of accessing quality supports. This is a collaborative process that involves assessment, person-centered planning, facilitation, accessing resources, and advocacy.   PERSONAL AGENT DUTIES:Assist each individual to identify his or her goals and support needs; find and secure the resources and services needed to reach those goals; assure choice and independence; and address the health and safety needs of the individual.Ensure a collaborative process between customers, family members, and service providers.Assess needs and develop plans using person-centered planning techniques.Monitor the quality of services.Provide technical assistance and education as needed in a wide variety of areas including, but not limited to the support services system, health and safety concerns, community resources, employment, and self-advocacy.Provide direct assistance with accessing resources for everyday needs in urgent situations.Manage the documentation of all case management services, plans, and supports.Adhere to regulatory and program policies for service provision.   HOURS AND LOCATION:     Usual schedule is Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, but may vary. Additional hours may be required on an occasional basis.Our office is in the Gateway neighborhood, but the position requires frequent travel/driving within Multnomah and Clackamas counties. TO APPLY:Apply by sending a cover letter and resume via this website.The position closes 8/29/14 at 5pm.No phone calls, please.UCP is an equal opportunity employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Title: Personal Agent
Salary: None
Description: United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is a unique, empowering and exciting place to work! We support adults who experience all kinds of developmental disabilities, assisting them to live independently in their own homes, find and keep their dream jobs, and pursue community-based recreation.UCP was recently ranked as one of the 100 Best Nonprofit Employers in Oregon. Learn more about us at #URL_2b35257099321dacb52af707d4a6bdf5dd187d81d6bfd24398f0e5b68a6727a7#.UCP is currently seeking a Personal Agent who will work in our intellectual/developmental disabilities support services brokerage, which is known as UCP Connections.The primary role of a Personal Agent is to provide case management supports to a caseload of up to 44 adults who experience developmental disabilities and live in Multnomah and Clackamas counties.As a Personal Agent, you will support a caseload of adults who come from diverse backgrounds, including disability, cultural, racial, gender, and socio-economic status. These adults experience a wide array of developmental disabilities and co-occurring diagnoses (such as mental health conditions and addictions), and may also be youth transitioning into adulthood, or have diverse family structures.    You will provide the primary assistance to each client and the client’s family, assisting them to navigate the support services system, meet goals, and understand the process of accessing quality supports. This is a collaborative process that involves assessment, person-centered planning, facilitation, accessing resources, and advocacy.   PERSONAL AGENT DUTIES:Assist each individual to identify his or her goals and support needs; find and secure the resources and services needed to reach those goals; assure choice and independence; and address the health and safety needs of the individual.Ensure a collaborative process between customers, family members, and service providers.Assess needs and develop plans using person-centered planning techniques.Monitor the quality of services.Provide technical assistance and education as needed in a wide variety of areas including, but not limited to the support services system, health and safety concerns, community resources, employment, and self-advocacy.Provide direct assistance with accessing resources for everyday needs in urgent situations.Manage the documentation of all case management services, plans, and supports.Adhere to regulatory and program policies for service provision.   HOURS AND LOCATION:     Usual schedule is Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, but may vary. Additional hours may be required on an occasional basis.Our office is in the Gateway neighborhood, but the position requires frequent travel/driving within Multnomah and Clackamas counties. TO APPLY:Apply by sending a cover letter and resume via this website.The position closes 8/29/14 at 5pm.No phone calls, please.UCP is an equal opportunity employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Requirements: Associate experience, High School or equivalent education
Fraudulent: No