Bilingual Support Broker for Self-Directed Services

The Bilingual Support Broker (BSB) will perform extensive outreach in the Spanish speaking communities in Nassau County on Long Island to provide education and resources resulting in increased services for individuals with IDD through the Self-Directed Services Program. Once service recipients are identified through outreach, the OSB will provide broker support services in the Spanish speaking community to assist individuals with accessing services and utilizing available resources through their Self-Directed Services Budget. The Bilingual Support Broker will also provide Broker Services within the Support Brokerage Department as a primary and/or secondary Broker in accordance with the OPWDD Support Broker ADM.  

Hybrid Work: EEDA supports working remotely and this position will be primarily based from your location. This position will require travel to provide outreach to communities in Nassau County, Long Island. EEDA does require the broker to participate in departmental meetings as part of EEDA Self-Directed Services Team and which can be attended virtually or in-person depending on program needs. The office is located in Rocky Point, NY. EEDA will support the business functions of remote working through the use of technology and issuance of needed equipment, excluding internet connection.

Valid NYS Driver’s License. Written and verbal fluency in both Spanish and English. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from four-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. OPWDD Certification as a Support Broker is required however, this requirement can be met during the first year of employment at EEDA.