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Plan writer

Citizen Advocates, Inc.·Malone, New York

$19 - $23/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Plan writer · $19 - $23/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -40% vs. median posted rate for administration roles in New York ($30.82/hr, n=878)
  • 49 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$7.65/hr · p10p90 · $190/hr
this role: $18.50/hrmedian $30.82/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 878 posted administration roles in New York rates. This role sits in the 23rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 40% below the New York median for administration roles.

The Program Writer is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely documentation for billing purposes and implementing person-centered staff action plans. They also monitor individual progress, conduct audits, and coordinate meetings to ensure regulatory compliance and quality of care.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Constable
  • B
  • Community
  • Living -
  • Malone,
  • NY 12953Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeSalary
  • Range: $18.50 - $23.00 HourlyOur Mission and
  • Vision are supported by a foundation of excellence
  • SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: It is the Program Writer’s responsibility to ensure that all daily and monthly notes are done accurately and timely for billing purposes according to regulation, the Program Writer writes and implements person centered staff action plans, audits and approves daily notes. The Program writer writes a monthly summary note on each person on their case load. Program Writers monitor progress with plans and update as needed, attend all life plan meetings, and represent the person being served. Essential Functions (Job Duties) Conduct audits on daily notes to ensure billing requirements are met. Approve notes that are acceptable for billing in Medisked. Train/monitor staff on daily data collection and staff action plans in place. Attend Life Plan/admission discharge, Special ITT meetings and create meeting minutes from these meetings. Print and file life plan meeting minutes. Complete monthly notes of the daily data collected. Create Person Centered Staff Action Plans and residential Individual Plans of Protective Oversight based on each individuals’ likes/dislikes and needs. Monthly observations two times per month/document the observation. Monitor outcomes through staff action plans, objectives, and assessments. Participate in bi-monthly staff meetings and other required meetings with staff.
  • Record all relevant information in appropriate section of Communication Log. Ensures residents’ rights are respected. Coordinate admission/discharge meetings. Provide supports to assist each individual with environmental and personal demands. Ensure staff minimums are always being met. Complete Medication Certification course. Ensure that all regulations are followed. Attend all mandatory training. Upload needed documents into Medisked. Print all signed and approved Staff action plans and file them in the black file with the signature page. Print all signed monthly notes and file them in the black file. Print all life plans and file them in the black file. Coordinate community outings for each person serve. Report any accidents, illnesses, untoward incidents or any other unusual circumstances or behavior to the Team Manager and record the same in accordance with the policy and regulations. Attend behavioral health appointments. Other duties as assigned. QualificationsCompetencies Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Good professional judgement in decision making. Ability to use specialized individual adaptive equipment. Confidentiality. Computer skills. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma with at least two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Alternatively, an associate degree in a related field with one year of relevant experience is preferred.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Auditing
  • Computer skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Record keeping
  • Time management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Data collection
  • Person-centered planning
  • Case management
  • Billing compliance
  • Professional judgment
  • Medication certification

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $23/hr
Location
Malone, New York
Posted
Aug 3, 2026
Closes
Sep 14, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Citizen Advocates, Inc.

Citizen Advocates, Inc. is a leading provider of caring, professional, and certified care to thousands of individuals in need of developmental, behavioral health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery services throughout Franklin, Clinton, Essex, Hamilton and St....

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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  • Work week schedule: Monday through Friday.
  • Hours of work: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours and schedules may vary depending on Company need and workload. Employees will be given as much advance notice as possible when such changes occur. Travel Staff will be expected to travel within the programs they are responsible for. There may be times staff are asked to travel for trainings to help out at another site out of the county. If this were to occur staff can submit for mileage from their work site to the destination and back to their work site. Required Education and Experience High School diploma and at least 2 years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Or An associate degree in related field preferred with one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  • Market context

    New York administration roles stay competitive

    Administration roles in New York are often in steady demand across healthcare settings, especially when candidates can support compliance, coordination, and day-to-day operations. These positions are competitive because employers may prefer a bachelor’s degree, with added value for life sciences, public health, or advanced medical credentials, plus ACRP or SOCRA certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show relevant administrative and regulatory experience.

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