Developmental Disabilities Program Evaluator

DelDOT; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) in Delaware seeks a Developmental Disabilities Program Evaluator to monitor and improve Medicaid-funded services, ensure compliance with federal and state rules, and promote trauma-informed, person-centered practices. The role blends office-based and field work with collaboration among providers, individuals, families, and stakeholders.

The incumbent will conduct incident and rights investigations, evaluate person-centered plans, monitor provider

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Behavioral or Social Science or related field.
• Six months experience in program evaluation to identify problems, ensure compliance and assess effectiveness.
• Six months experience in recommending improvements based on findings.
• Three years experience in health or human services work—supporting individuals, families or communities.
• Six months experience interpreting laws, rules, and procedures; six months in narrative report writing; six months in staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate programs in residential living areas to ensure compliance with ICF/IID and Medicaid Community Rule standards.
• Review habilitative plans and programs via observations, surveys and audits.
• Provide consultation and instruction to facility staff and assist in program planning and self-evaluation.
• Serve as Administrator during evenings and weekends when applicable.

Skills

Program evaluation

Narrative report writing

Staff supervision

Regulatory interpretation

Health & human services knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Behavioral or Social Science or related field

Job description

Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSSOur mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!

Summary Statement

This position is dedicated to protecting the health, safety, and rights of individuals receiving services through Delaware's Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver. The incumbent will assist with the monitoring and oversight of Medicaid-funded services to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations while promoting quality, accountability, and trauma informed person-centered practices. Key responsibilities include conducting and processing reportable incident and rights investigations, evaluating person-centered service planning, monitoring provider compliance, safeguarding the rights of individuals receiving services, and verifying the implementation of corrective actions to ensure continuous quality improvement.� This position offers a dynamic combination of office-based and field work, providing opportunities to collaborate with providers, individuals, families, and other stakeholders.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
Conducts evaluation and monitoring of programs in residential living areas to ensure adherence to ICF/IID and Medicaid Community Rule standards, and facility policies and procedures. Reviews, oversees and evaluates habilitative plans and programs through observations, surveys and audits. Provides consultation and instruction to facility staff and assists program units in methods of programming and self-evaluation. Serves as Administrator during evenings and weekends in the absence of the facility head and other charge administrators, as applicable. Assists in the development, planning and reviewing of residential service delivery systems, plans, procedures and policies.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Developmental Disabilities Program Evaluator Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Behavioral or Social Science or related field.� Six months experience in program evaluation such as evaluating programs and services to identify problems, determine compliance and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency to ensure program goals and overall objectives are met. Six months experience in recommending alternatives, improvements, courses of action and other changes based on findings. Three years experience in health or human services work�such as�applying theories, principles, laws and practices of health or human services programs and services that assist with and improve life for individuals, families, or communities such as financial support, employment, unemployment, housing, health care, disease prevention, substance abuse, child protective services, and physical and mental health treatment, prevention or rehabilitation. Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. Six months experience in narrative report writing. Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.

Conditions of Hire

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our�Job Seeker Resources.DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.� It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.� For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.�� Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.� Please keep your contact information current.� You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at�StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.�Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting�delawarerelay.com.�If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail] State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.�