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Job Posting

Fiscal Analyst

 

About RIPIN:

RIPIN deploys a peer model to support people with special healthcare and education needs across the whole lifespan. Founded in 1991 by a group of parents of children with special needs, RIPIN continues to be peer-led: a majority of our board and more than three-fourths of our staff are parents or caretakers of loved ones with special needs.  RIPIN’s peer professionals now help more than 45,000 Rhode Islanders every year navigate healthcare, schools, and other support systems.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Controller, the Fiscal Analyst will provide support to the fiscal department. The Fiscal Analyst will assist in all transactions including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and payroll functions.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for transactions related to General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and payroll functionsLeads monthly Accounts Receivable billing for all grants and contractsReconciles monthly bank accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit card liabilities, accrued liabilities, deferred revenue and temporarily restricted net assetsManage Medicaid and health insurance fee‑for‑service billing cycles, from claim submission through payment processing and reconciliationAssist in producing accurate and timely cash flow forecasts, financial and other reports for internal management, governmental agencies, and funders as requested by the leadership teamEnsures that generally accepted accounting principles are followed in keeping the agency's financial recordsLiaison and staff support to the auditorsAccept other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Advanced knowledge in contracts and grant managementExpertise in budgetary development and managementDemonstrated ability to work independently with a strong attention to detailStrong knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practicesProficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and accounting software to maintain data and prepare reportsSelf-motivator who is timely, organized, responsible and able to prioritize and multi-taskStrong ability to maintain confidentialityExcellent written and oral communication skillsA deep understanding of, commitment to, and ability to carry out the mission, vision, philosophy, and values of RIPIN

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field2-5 years of non-profit finance or accounting experienceExperience with fee-for-service and Medicaid billingThorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principlesExperience with budget preparation and financial managementAdvanced knowledge of accounting guidelines relevant to governmental and private funds, including grants preferred

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to talk or hear.Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.Regularly required to climb stairs, reach, stretch, stand, and bend.Required to have the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Required to remain at their station for prolonged periods of time.

Working Conditions/ Work Environment:

Primary work location is a climate-controlled indoor office environment; however, may also be required to conduct visits in private homes, climbing up to three flights of stairs, and community locations.Flexibility for travel related to job requirements.Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.Provide own reliable transportation with proof of valid driver’s license and RI minimum requirements of auto insurance.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

RIPIN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

This description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations required of his/her position. As the nature of the Agency’s work changes, so too, may the essential functions of this position.

Job Posting

Bilingual Early Intervention Parent Consultant

Salary Range: $20-$22/hour

 

About RIPIN:

RIPIN deploys a peer model to support people with special healthcare and education needs across the whole lifespan. Founded in 1991 by a group of parents of children with special needs, RIPIN continues to be peer-led: a majority of our board and more than three-fourths of our staff are parents or caretakers of loved ones with special needs.  RIPIN’s peer professionals now help more than 45,000 Rhode Islanders every year navigate healthcare, schools, and other support systems.

Job Summary: 
The Bilingual RIPIN Early Intervention Parent Consultant Program is funded through the Executive Offices of Health and Human Services, the lead agency for Rhode Island’s Early Intervention system. RIPIN oversees the hiring, training and placement of a parent consultant in each of the Early Intervention Programs, located throughout the state. The primary purpose is to provide the Early Intervention system with an authentic parent voice and to support, educate and inform families whose children are enrolled in an Early Intervention Program (EIP).

Essential Functions:

Fluency (speaking, reading, writing) in English and Spanish required
to help the Early Intervention Program (EIP) by using the skills you've gained as a parent or primary caregiver of a child who has been in an EIPTo act as a resource to families and Early Intervention Providers    To help families by providing support, education, accessing community resources and facilitating both in-person and virtual workshops and support groupsTo empower families with information and support as they transition from the EIPTo help families get more involved with the EIP and understand their important roleTo represent the families in EI and their voice/perspective at various meetingsAttend RIPIN, program, and other meetings as assigned.To actively engage with families to participate in the yearly Family Outcomes SurveyComplete and submit all required paperwork accurately and in a timely mannerPromote RIPIN programs in Rhode IslandAccept other duties and responsibilities as assigned

 

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Parent or family member of a child recently involved in an Early Intervention ProgramStrong communication skills to speak to groups, including staff, providers, and parentsAbility to work both independently and in collaboration with othersKnowledge of Early Intervention services and the Transition ProcessAbility to work with a broad cross-section of Rhode Island parents and professionals in community and office settingsAbility to cooperatively work on a teamAbility to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of RIPIN and the community

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to climb stairs, reach, stretch, stand and bend. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Parent Consultants are required to conduct home and community visits and travel between multiple provider sites.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Working Conditions/ Work Environment:

 May need to work in a variety of “uncontrolled” venues/environments Night/weekend hours required to meet the needs of the program Travel to any and all cities and towns in Rhode Island as assigned Provide own reliable transportation with proof of RI minimum requirements of auto insurance

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of the Agency’s work changes, so too, may the essential functions of this position.

RIPIN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Job Posting

Bilingual Consumer Resource Specialist

$20-$22 / Hour

 

About RIPIN:

RIPIN deploys a peer model to support people with special healthcare and education needs across the whole lifespan. Founded in 1991 by a group of parents of children with special needs, RIPIN continues to be peer-led: a majority of our board and more than three-fourths of our staff are parents or caretakers of loved ones with special needs.  RIPIN’s peer professionals now help more than 45,000 Rhode Islanders every year navigate healthcare, schools, and other support systems.

Job Summary:

The Consumer Resource Specialist will provide comprehensive phone and in-person supports to families and individuals navigating state/federal health insurance regulations. The Consumer Resource Specialist will ensure families and individuals are supported in a responsive and timely manner with a primary focus of providing consumers and their families with information, resources, guidance, and assistance using a peer-to-peer support model.

 

Essential Functions:

Provide daily telephone support to families, community members, and consumers regarding health insurance matters, offering information, resources, support, and problem-solving to assist families in working together with private and public entities. Provide wraparound case management and advocacy to consumers with complex needsAssist consumers in understanding and accessing informal and formal dispute resolution options and procedural safeguards in health and education. Document any grievances: assist in the coordination and submission of grievances as required by funding sources and/or other public and private agencies. Refer consumers to other services or public or private agencies for additional supports as neededCollaborate with RIPIN staff to continuously develop, assess, and implement outreach plan for call center programs to ensure seamless service delivery and to avoid duplication of services. Continuously develop, assess, and implement program awareness campaign to generate consumer utilization of call center resourcesAccept other duties and responsibilities as assignedQualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of health insurance systems in RI and other human service systems supporting individuals with disabilities and/or special healthcare needs.High level of interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills to interact on a professional level with our diverse stakeholders, including parents and professionalsAbility to convey complex information in a clear and understandable mannerFluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in English and Spanish required

 

Education and Experience:

High school diploma/GED required, Associates Degree or bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Education, or related field strongly preferredPersonal experience navigating social, healthcare, and/or education systems and services for self or family member highly desiredExperience working with and outreaching to diverse populationsExperience organizing and/or delivering outreach/public awareness campaigns, workshops, and community information sessions

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to talk or hearRegularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and armsRegularly required to climb stairs, reach, stretch, stand and bendRequired to have the ability to lift and/or moves up to 25 poundsRequired to remain at their station for prolonged periods of time

Working Conditions/ Work Environment:

Primary work location is a climate-controlled indoor office environment; however, may also be required to conduct visits in private homes, climbing up to three flights of stairs, and community locationsFlexibility for travel related to job requirementsWillingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as neededProvide own reliable transportation with proof of valid driver’s license and RI requirements of auto insurance

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

RIPIN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

This description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations required of his/her position. As the nature of the Agency’s work changes, so too, may the essential functions of this position