- NO FOOLING, STATE PASSED ON-TIME BUDGET!
NO FOOLING, STATE
PASSED ON-TIME BUDGET!
The State Legislature passed its first on-time
budget in 20 years yesterday. The $105.1 Billion package left out certain item,
such as the TANF surplus money, higher education construction, environmental
protection, and HAVA compliance. Also, voters will be asked at the November
2005 ballot to approve $2.9 billion in borrowing to pay for transportation
projects, with the money evenly split between the Metropolitan Transportation
Authority and roads and bridges upstate and on Long Island.
Despite those omissions it appears to have been a
legally passed budget, something that actually was questioned just yesterday in
relation to the Court of Appeals decision on the power of the Legislature acting
on the State Budget. For OMRDD the budget was relatively unchanged from the
Governor’s Executive Budget proposed in January. The Budget provided the
Medicaid relief to counties we reported on earlier.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Medicaid: State takeover of local Medicaid
costs, beginning with the takeover of costs that exceed an annual growth rate,
set as follows: 3.5 percent in 2006, 3.25 percent in 2007 and 3 percent in
subsequent years. Together with the takeover of the Family Health Plus program,
the cap will save local taxpayers over $3.3 billion annually when fully
effective. In exchange for the State takeover, counties will be required to
remit a set level of local revenues to the state, and will be subject to new
accountability standards aimed at checking excessive local spending growth.
Beginning in 2008, counties will have two
contribution options: under the first option, local governments can choose to
remit to the State an amount equal to the capped spending plus three percent
annual growth; and under the second option, local governments can choose to
remit to the State a fixed percentage of their sales tax revenue equal to the
2006-07 capped contribution. This measure will provide $121 million in local
fiscal relief for 2005-06.
Drugs: A state "Preferred Drug Program (PDP)"
and Prior Authorization requirement have been created. The plan ensures that
doctors will have the final say in which drugs may be prescribed to patients and
will result in $55 million in Medicaid savings. Also, they increased Medicaid
pharmacy co-pays to $1 for generic drugs and $3 for brand name with an annual
cap of $200.
Mergers: The Commission on the Quality of
Care for the Mentally Disabled is merged with the Office of Advocate for Persons
with Disabilities, into the new Commission on Quality of Care and Advocacy for
Persons with Disabilities. The Budget moves gambling services and oversight
from OMH to OASAS.
Family Health Plus: An accelerated State
takeover of the Family Health Plus program for counties outside of New York
City. Under the plan, the state would assume all local costs for the Family
Health Plus program, effective October 1, 2005. The accelerated takeover of the
program will provide $25 million in fiscal relief to local property taxpayers in
2005-06. The Legislature also rejected the Executive's proposal to increase
co-payments and cut benefits available under the program.
Clinical Services: The Legislature
restored the cuts the Governor proposed for clinical services, such as podiatry,
psychology, audiology, dental, etc.
Early Intervention: The Legislature
maintains EI but requires new reporting per child by provider source.
NYSACRA will provide a complete detailed
analysis next week.
NOTE: ENTIRE STATE BUDGET
PASSED,
BUT SUBJECT TO GOVERNOR’S VETO BY APRIL 12TH.
EXECUTIVE POSITIONS
Division Director of Residential
Services
Community, Work and Independence, Glens Falls NY.
CWI is looking for an experienced, creative professional who can bring specific
knowledge to the development, implementation and oversight of a large
Residential Services Program. Previous experience within the non-profit
sector strongly preferred and a working knowledge of programs and services
serving the developmentally disabled highly desired. Successful candidate
would be a proven leader who possesses strong management and supervisory
experience, and solid fiscal understanding of budgets and regulatory compliance.
Ideal individual will provide a strong focus for staff development and
orientation and assist and help coordinate any in-service programs and
trainings. Masters Degree in human services related field with a minimum
of one to two years experience as a director preferably with a human services
organization. OR a Bachelors Degree in Human Services, or related field, with a
minimum of three to five years experience as a director in a human services
organization. Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and skill
level plus excellent benefit package offered. Please send resume, professional
references and salary requirements to: Competitive Edge/CWI, PO Box 303, Glens
Falls, NY 12801, Attn: Human Resources,
www.cwinc.org, email:
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Director of Residential Services
Catholic Charities
Developmental Disabilities Services, Latham NY. CCDS is seeking a dynamic,
highly-motived individual to lead its Residential Living Program. This
executive team member will oversee the daily operation of residences and
clinical services for individuals with developmental disabilities, as well as
lead the planning, development and management of future residences. Significant
administrative and managerial experience is required, preferably in the field of
MR/DD. Master’s degree preferred. Send cover letter and resume to: Recruiter,
CCDS, 15 Avis Drive, Latham NY 12110, fax: 581.785.4894, e-mail:
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Associate Director of Residential Services
AHRC NYC.
Seeking qualified professional to oversee all administrative aspects for
Residential Services including but not limited to adherence to agency polices of
hiring and supervision of staff, consumer health and, finance. The ideal
candidate should have a M.A. in Special Education, Administration or related
health care field minimum 10 years supervisory exp. in the field of
developmental disabilities preferably in the management of community residences.
Knowledge of OMRDD regulations required. Excellent verbal and written
communications skills also required. Send resumes with salary requirements
to: Steve Williams, Career Development Counselor, Association for the Help of
Retarded Children NYC, 200 Park Ave. South, New York, NY 10003, Fax:
212-477-9696, E-mail.
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CLINICAL TEAM LEADER
Westchester ARC.
Social services / Human Services, a not-for-profit social
services firm with a strong commitment to providing innovative services to
the developmentally disabled community & their families throughout
Westchester. Will oversee the delivery of residential services.
Applicants must have a Masters degree in psychology, social work, social
services or related field plus 3-5 years experience. Must have
knowledge of clinical approaches with MR/DD population and be a Qualified
Mental Retardation Professional. To apply, fax a resume with salary
requirement to Human Resources at (914)428-1598 or email:
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(Type job position in subject line of email). EOE M/F/D/V
Day Habilitation Director & Residential
Director
United
Cerebral Palsy of New York City, Inc.,
a large prestigious agency is looking for several talented
and dedicated individuals who are seeking a career with a leader in the field.
Currently, there is Day Habilitation Director position available in Manhattan
and Residential Director positions at our Bronx Respite and on Vandalia Avenue
in Brooklyn. These positions require a Bachelor's degree, at least three years
of comparable management position and a valid NY State Driver's License. We
offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package including free family
medical. Fax resume with salary requirements to (212) 545-0434.
Assistant Director of Residential Services
Ulster-Greene ARC.
Immediate opening for an experienced professional to
assist in the management of a large residential program (20+ residences and
supported apartments). Bachelor’s degree, experience working with MR/DD
population, knowledge of governmental regulations and 5 years management
experience required. Excellent organizational and computer skills also
required. Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel. Send resume with salary
requirements to: Ulster-Greene ARC, Human Resources Coordinator, 471 Albany
Avenue, Kingston NY 12401. Phone: 845.331.4300, Ext. 238; fax: 845.340.0463;
e-mail:
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; and website:
www.ulster-greenearc.org.
PRESIDENT
Richmond Children’s Center Inc. This individual should be a
leader who is sensitive to our mission, values, and people. The successful
candidate will have the following skills and experience: 7+ years demonstrated
record of senior management success in a non-profit environment; Master’s degree
and experience with OMRDD preferred; Commitment to the highest quality of care
in a nurturing environment; Demonstrated competency in financial and resource
management, leadership, communication, and relationship building; Proven
fundraising success. Please email your resume with salary requirements
indicating “JAA Box #63” in the Subject Line and Email to:
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