Human Services Program Consultant
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Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Central Office
Agency Contact Name and Information: khalikah blue, khalikah.blue@dodd.ohio.gov
Work Location:
30 East Broad Street, 18th Floor
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
United States
Compensation: $32.69
Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
Work Hours: 8am-5pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: 1199
Primary Job Skill: Human Services
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Accepting applications for Human Services Program Consultant
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.
Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:
Inclusion
Partnership
Respect
What You'll Do
Act as program consultant on a statewide basis for reviewing & determining applicants' eligibility for initial & renewal registration/certification as providers of Medicaid & non-Medicaid services: Ensures applicants meet initial standards for provider registration/certification (i.e., home & community-based services (HCBS) waivers, Superintendent, investigative agent, early intervention & state-funded supported living); evaluates, processes & monitors applications & status of certification & registration for program areas. Implements policies & procedures in accordance with Ohio statutes, administrative rules, regulations mandated by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) & the Medicaid State Plan. Implements program rules & procedures (e.g., ensures application process & required documentation are complete & properly submitted to meet registration & certification requirements, reviews & interprets criminal records checks from the Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation (BCII) to determine whether applicant meets the required standard specification as identified in departmental rules).
Provides coordination of service delivery (e.g., notifies applicant of approval or denial of application, requests additional &/or required data/information for application processing in accordance with established rules; utilizes various searches to conduct registry checks required through Ohio Administrative Code 5123-2-02; reviews applications through the Provider Services Management (PSM), the Universal Document System (UDS), SharePoint & other workflow software as needed, for completeness & accuracy; coordinates with agencies & applicants to obtain additional information, makes limited, specific changes on applications as appropriate & properly documented, independently answers complex correspondence, evaluates applicants' credentials for certifications & registrations, distributes completed applications & credentials & coordinates with Division of Information Technology Services (ITS) to ensure employee certification system databases are properly functioning, provides technical assistance on needed requirements/documentation; works with the Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) on obtaining Medicaid provider numbers for final enrollment as Medicaid provider; utilizes databases to add & delete records, monitor status of applications & generate reports. Responds to inquiries from internal & external entities regarding verification/modification to registration & certification; develops procedures for follow-up activities to ensure completion of cases/outstanding applications. Represents the department in 119 appeal hearing for proposed denial, suspension or revocation of resistration or certification
Provides technical assistance, monitors & evaluates through standards & compliance with Medicaid State Plan & assists in assessing & planning coordination of service delivery. Implements certification & registration program policies; researches & coordinates with other offices & agencies to gather data (e.g., number of applications processed, fees collected); creates feedback criteria & forms, & disseminates same to County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (DD), receives completed forms, incorporates data in report form & uses data to refine certification & registration processing policy.
Provides technical assistance & training to service providers (e.g., instructs individuals & groups on policies, procedures & certification & registration processes). Conducts in-service training seminars.
Maintains & updates files of approved courses & seminars from colleges, universities, & other providers as they relate to certification & registration; corresponds with same for information pertinent to registration & certification criteria; approves continuing professional development required for renewal of registration & certification.
Performs clerical functions of position (e.g., files documents, stuffs envelopes & mass mails correspondence). Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of classification.
Additional Information
Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Terry Penn at EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov
Why Work for the State of Ohio:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications: Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science, health or pre-medicine or comparable field 18 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
Or completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science or medicine-related or comparable field 6 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Human Services, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Decision Making, Attention to Detail, Written and Verbal Communication
ADA Statement:
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace:
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.